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May is one of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.
The weather in May is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 60.3% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs.
May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (75°F). May is a good month for swimming in Rio de Janeiro with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.
Also consider visiting Rio de Janeiro in one of the other best months of April, June, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in Rio de Janeiro.
May has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 60.3% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs. May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
More about May temperature and sunshine.
Yes, May is a good month for swimming in Rio de Janeiro with warm sea temperatures 24°C (75°F).
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a great time for a holiday in Rio de Janeiro.
May has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 60.3% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs. May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (75°F). May is a good month for swimming in Rio de Janeiro with comfortable temperatures for most people.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, Rio de Janeiro is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 26°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°) in the previous month and 26°C (78°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 23°C (73°F). The average temperature is 25°C (78°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Rio de Janeiro in May are 11. The sunshine percentage is 60.3% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 26°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°F) in the previous month and 26°C (78°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 23°C (73°F). The average temperature is 25°C (78°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 20°C (68°F). The minimum temperature is 22°C (72°F) in the previous month and 19°C (67°F) in the next month.
The days in May are slightly shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into June. During May the average day light hours are 11 per day in Rio de Janeiro. The sunshine percentage is 60.3% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.6hrs.
The ultraviolet index in Rio de Janeiro in May is typically 6.9 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro in May is 23.9°C (75.0°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in May is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into June.
May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into June. The average total rainfall in Rio de Janeiro in May is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 8.8 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Rio de Janeiro in May is 21°C (69°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 20°C (20°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Rio de Janeiro in May is typically 92.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 94.1% in the previous month and 93.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Rio de Janeiro in May is typically 78.8%. The average relative humidity is 80.9% in the previous month and 79.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Rio de Janeiro in May is typically 19KM/H (12MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 21KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Rio de Janeiro in May is typically 9KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 9KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Rio de Janeiro in May is from the East.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.