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The weather in May in Brazil
It's warm in May in Brazil with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Brazil. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Brazil. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2021, Brazil reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 26 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Brazil
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Brazil. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Brazil | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 26 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Brazil with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 20°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Brazil is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Brazil for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Brazil is based on weather data from Rio de Janeiro. Other places, like Salvador, Pipa or Recife, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Brazil to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Brazil
Temperature in May in Brazil over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Brazil. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Brazil
Total precipitation in May in Brazil over the years
Daily UV index in May in Brazil
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Brazil, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Brazil
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The temperature was pleasant 20-28 degrees and although it rained occasionally, it was refreshing. Overall, there was plenty of sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Brazil by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Brazil. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.