Salvador weather in May (Bahia, Brazil)

What can you expect from the weather in Salvador during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Salvador typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C.

Salvador in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 24 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 174 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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 in May and which places have the best weather 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 Salvador 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. 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 in May.

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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Salvador.

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