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Fort Lauderdale, FL Weather on May 26
May 26th in Fort Lauderdale, FL typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 87°F and lows near 73°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 26th was in 2025 (88°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (73°F) — a 15°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 45% of May 26th dates historically, with the wettest May 26th recording 14.1" of rain. The last decade has been 1.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 26
Planning for May 26th in Fort Lauderdale, FL? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 26 Weather Records for Fort Lauderdale
- •The all-time record high for May 26th in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 96°F, set in 2024.
- •The coldest May 26th on record dropped to 64°F in 1979.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 26th in 7 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 26 ever in Fort Lauderdale?
The warmest May 26 in Fort Lauderdale, FL reached 96°F in 2024. That is 9°F above the long-term average high of 87°F.
What was the coldest May 26 ever in Fort Lauderdale?
The coldest May 26 in Fort Lauderdale, FL dropped to 64°F in 1979. That is 9°F below the long-term average low of 73°F.
What is the average temperature on May 26 in Fort Lauderdale?
On May 26, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 87°F and a low of 73°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from FT LAUDERDALE BEACH.
How many years of weather data are available for May 26 in Fort Lauderdale?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 26 in Fort Lauderdale, FL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 26 Weather History in Fort Lauderdale
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 94°F | 82°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 96°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 89°F | 70°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2022 | 86°F | 78°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 85°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 79°F | 73°F | 14.1" | -- |
| 2019 | 88°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 81°F | 77°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 2017 | 90°F | 78°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 2016 | 89°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 87°F | 77°F | 0.84" | -- |
| 2014 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 85°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 84°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 87°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 71°F | 3.12" | -- |
| 2009 | 85°F | 70°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 2008 | 85°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 82°F | 72°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2006 | 81°F | 74°F | 2.87" | -- |
| 2005 | 93°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 85°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 88°F | 74°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2002 | 83°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 85°F | 73°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2000 | 88°F | 74°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1999 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 89°F | 79°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 89°F | 74°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1996 | 87°F | 70°F | 3.35" | -- |
| 1995 | 87°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 87°F | 73°F | 1.19" | -- |
| 1993 | 82°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 85°F | 75°F | 2.72" | -- |
| 1990 | 83°F | 75°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1989 | 88°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 92°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 84°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 84°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 89°F | 67°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1984 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1983 | 89°F | 69°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1982 | 86°F | 72°F | 0.94" | -- |
| 1981 | 83°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 84°F | 66°F | 0.81" | -- |
| 1979 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 89°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 82°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 89°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 86°F | 73°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1974 | 90°F | 72°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 73°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1972 | 89°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 87°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: FT LAUDERDALE BEACH
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Fort Lauderdale, FL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.