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Ceará Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ceará, Brazil in May.

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Planning a trip to Ceará, Brazil this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ceará in May

Ceará, Brazil is a region in Brazil. May in Ceará generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Icaraí to 32°C (90°F) in Quixadá. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Quixadá and 26°C (79°F) in Icaraí. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Ceará, Brazil, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Juazeiro do Norte with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Aquiraz with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Fortaleza gets approximately 209 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Ceará in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ceará.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ceará

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Ceará, Brazil?

Temperature range in Ceará (May)

Precipitation variation in Ceará (May)

Fortaleza

In May Fortaleza generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
209 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
30 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fortaleza →

Jericoacoara

In May Jericoacoara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
310 mm (12 in)
153 mm (6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
30 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Jericoacoara →

Aquiraz

In May Aquiraz generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
209 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
292 mm (11 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
29 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Aquiraz →

Canoa Quebrada

In May Canoa Quebrada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
27 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Canoa Quebrada →

Cumbuco

In May Cumbuco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
209 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
30 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Cumbuco →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ceará, in Brazil.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ceará in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fortaleza 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Jericoacoara 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Aquiraz 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Canoa Quebrada 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Cumbuco 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Paracuru 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)

Ceará weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ceará, Brazil in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Ceará, Brazil in May. The popular destination of Fortaleza averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ceará, Brazil in May?

Average temperatures in Ceará, Brazil during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Fortaleza.

Does Ceará, Brazil get a lot of rain in May?

Ceará, Brazil sees substantial rainfall in May. Fortaleza typically averages about 137 mm (5.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ceará, Brazil?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Ceará, Brazil with overall tolerable weather in Fortaleza.

Generally speaking, August, September, October and November provide pleasant weather in Fortaleza. The weather in March and April, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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