Distrito Federal Weather in May

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

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Brasilia Taguatinga Núcleo Bandeirante Ceilândia

Are you planning a trip a to Distrito Federal, Brazil in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Distrito Federal in May

Distrito Federal, Brazil is a region in Brazil. May in Distrito Federal generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Brasilia.

For a closer look at conditions across Distrito Federal, Brazil, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sobradinho with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to low rainfall in Núcleo Bandeirante with 23 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Brasilia typically receives 239 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Distrito Federal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Distrito Federal - and find the best time to visit. (based on Brasilia)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
Best Time to Visit Distrito Federal →

Best Places to Visit in Distrito Federal in May

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

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 Distrito Federal

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

Temperature range in Distrito Federal (May)

Precipitation variation in Distrito Federal (May)

Brasilia

In May Brasilia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
239 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Brasilia →

Taguatinga

In May Taguatinga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
239 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Taguatinga →

Núcleo Bandeirante

In May Núcleo Bandeirante generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
239 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Núcleo Bandeirante →

Ceilândia

In May Ceilândia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
239 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Ceilândia →

Sobradinho

In May Sobradinho generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
239 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Sobradinho →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brasilia 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Taguatinga 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Núcleo Bandeirante 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Ceilândia 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Sobradinho 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Candangolandia 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Distrito Federal weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Distrito Federal, Brazil in May?

Distrito Federal, Brazil typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Brasilia average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Distrito Federal, Brazil in May?

In Brasilia, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Distrito Federal, Brazil get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Distrito Federal, Brazil during May, with Brasilia averaging close to 22 mm (0.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Distrito Federal, Brazil?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Distrito Federal, Brazil with overall excellent weather in Brasilia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and July offering mostly excellent weather in Brasilia. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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