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Pernambuco Weather in May

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

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Porto De Galinhas Recife Fernando de Noronha Tamandaré

Planning a getaway to Pernambuco, Brazil this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Pernambuco in May

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Garanhuns at 28°C (82°F) and very warm in Petrolina at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Petrolina and 19°C (66°F) in Garanhuns.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Petrolina with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Fernando de Noronha with 183 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Porto De Galinhas typically sees 187 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Pernambuco by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pernambuco — and find the best time to visit. (based on Porto De Galinhas)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December30°C (86°F)
Best Time to Visit Pernambuco →

Best Places to Visit in Pernambuco in May

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

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 Pernambuco

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

Temperature range in Pernambuco (May)

Precipitation variation in Pernambuco (May)

Porto De Galinhas

In May Porto De Galinhas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
29 days
28 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Porto De Galinhas →

Recife

In May Recife 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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
29 days
29 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Recife →

Fernando de Noronha

In May Fernando de Noronha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
210 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
299 mm (12 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fernando de Noronha →

Tamandaré

In May Tamandaré generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
29 days
28 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tamandaré →

Gravatá

In May Gravatá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
28 days
27 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gravatá →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Porto De Galinhas 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Recife 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Fernando de Noronha 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Tamandaré 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Gravatá 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Olinda 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

Pernambuco weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Pernambuco, Brazil in May. The popular destination of Porto De Galinhas averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

Porto De Galinhas averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Porto De Galinhas records an average of 169 mm (6.7 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Pernambuco, Brazil.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Pernambuco, Brazil?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Pernambuco, Brazil with overall pleasant weather in Porto De Galinhas.

Generally speaking, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Porto De Galinhas. The weather in March and April, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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We have much more information about the climate in Pernambuco.

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