Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Brazil this May.
Brazil, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 18°C (64°F) in São Joaquim national park to 34°C (93°F) in Peixe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Peixe and 8°C (46°F) in São Joaquim national park.
To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Brazil, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.
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Rio de Janeiro averages a daytime high of 27°C (81°F) in May, which is high for Brazil.
Nighttime temperatures in Rio de Janeiro typically drop to around 20°C (68°F) in May.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Peixe is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 34°C (93°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 23°C (73°F).
For the month of May, São Joaquim national park is the most temperate city in Brazil based on our records. Highs average 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 8°C (46°F).
Rio de Janeiro enjoys a balanced 188 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.
The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Fortaleza this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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