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May in Vila do Maio brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights around 22°C (72°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.
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36-year average (1986-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Vila do Maio typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Vila do Maio spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Vila do Maio from 2002 through 2026.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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