Pará Weather in May

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

Planning a journey to Pará, Brazil this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Pará in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Algodoal at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Marabá at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Marabá and 25°C (77°F) in Algodoal. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Pará, Brazil in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monte Alegre with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Soure with 403 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Belém gets approximately 187 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Pará by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pará — and find the best time to visit. (based on Belém)

Best Places to Visit in Pará in May

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

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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 Pará

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

Temperature range in Pará (May)

Precipitation variation in Pará (May)

Belém

In May Belém generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
187 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
430 mm (17 in)
277 mm (11 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
30 days
29 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Alter do Chao

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

May
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
128 hours
199 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
513 mm (20 in)
402 mm (16 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Parauapebas

In May Parauapebas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
25 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Santarém

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

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
199 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
458 mm (18 in)
362 mm (14 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
26 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Altamira

In May Altamira generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
102 hours
144 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
310 mm (12 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
28 days
23 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Belém 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Alter do Chao 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 402 mm (16 in)
Parauapebas 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Santarém 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 362 mm (14 in)
Altamira 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Marabá 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Pará weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Pará, Brazil brings poor weather. In Belém, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

Average temperatures in Pará, Brazil during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Belém.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Pará, Brazil, with Belém averaging around 277 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Pará, Brazil?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Pará, Brazil due to the typically poor weather in Belém.

On average, the best time to visit Pará, Brazil is in July with generally tolerable weather in Belém. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and May tend to have poor weather conditions.

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