Paraíba Weather in May

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

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João Pessoa Jacumã Campina Grande Cabedelo

Planning a journey to Paraíba, 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 Paraíba in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Baía da Traição at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Sousa at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Sousa and 25°C (77°F) in Baía da Traição. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sousa with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to heavy rainfall in Baía da Traição with 183 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, João Pessoa gets approximately 194 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Paraíba in May

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

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 Paraíba

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

Temperature range in Paraíba (May)

Precipitation variation in Paraíba (May)

João Pessoa

In May João Pessoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
25 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in João Pessoa →

Jacumã

In May Jacumã generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
153 mm (6 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
25 days
25 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jacumã →

Campina Grande

In May Campina Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
26 days
25 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Campina Grande →

Cabedelo

In May Cabedelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cabedelo →

Baía da Traição

In May Baía da Traição generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
194 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
23 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Baía da Traição →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
João Pessoa 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Jacumã 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Campina Grande 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Cabedelo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Baía da Traição 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Bananeiras 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

Paraíba weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Paraíba, Brazil brings unpleasant weather. In João Pessoa, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

João Pessoa averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

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

João Pessoa typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 151 mm (5.9 in) on average across Paraíba, Brazil.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Paraíba, Brazil?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Paraíba, Brazil due to the typically tolerable weather in João Pessoa.

On average, the best time to visit Paraíba, Brazil is in August, September and October with generally perfect weather in João Pessoa. In contrast, March, April and May tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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