João Pessoa weather in May (Paraíba, Brazil)

Curious about the May weather in João Pessoa? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, João Pessoa typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

João Pessoa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 24 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 194 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit João Pessoa. August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While March, April and May tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized João Pessoa climate page with graphs.

 

João Pessoa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 81%  

Precipitation 151 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 194 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Brazil in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in João Pessoa in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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