Manaus weather in May (Amazonas, Brazil)

Curious about the May weather in Manaus? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Manaus typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 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.

Manaus in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 334 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 27 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 149 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Manaus. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Manaus, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 91%  

Precipitation 334 mm  

Rainy days 27 days  

Humidity 87%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 149 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Brazil in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Precipitation

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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 Manaus 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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