Rio de Janeiro weather in May
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Rio de Janeiro. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
25°C
Average low
19°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
April, May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Rio de Janeiro in May
Whatever the weather, Rio de Janeiro rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Christ the Redeemer
Copacabana beach
Sugarloaf Mountain
Ipanema sunset
Lapa neighbourhood
Hang gliding
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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January
31C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
February
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
April
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
May (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
27C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
November
27C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
December
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
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