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Salvador weather in May (Bahia, Brazil)

Is May a good time to explore Salvador weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of May in Salvador typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 25°C.

Precipitation

Salvador in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 24 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 174 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Salvador. January, February, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Salvador, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 195 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 174 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Brazil in May

Find out more about the weather in Brazil and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Salvador.

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