BrazilThe weather in May in São Paulo
It's hot in May in São Paulo with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
May is a good month to be in São Paulo for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and 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 São Paulo, 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 36°C in 2017, São Paulo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for São Paulo
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in São Paulo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| São Paulo | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 33 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in São Paulo with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in São Paulo is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in São Paulo, Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in São Paulo
Temperature in May in São Paulo over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in São Paulo, 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 São Paulo
Total precipitation in May in São Paulo over the years
Daily UV index in May in São Paulo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in São Paulo, 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.
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Average weather in São Paulo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for São Paulo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.