What is the weather like in Brasília in May?

Expect temperatures between 16°C and 26°C with 5% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Brasília in May?

Brasília in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Brasília in May?

May in Brasília is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists.

Brasília Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 4

Avg Low

16°C

Coolest around day 20

Rainy Days

0days

5% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Brasília

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Currency

BRL

R$ Brazilian real

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.465

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

53/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

May

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

172

Jan

144

Feb

167

Mar

231

Apr

231

May

152

Jun

172

Jul

174

Aug

178

Sep

172

Oct

145

Nov

171

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU)

São Paulo Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (GRU)

Campinas Viracopos (VCP)

Recife Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre (REC)

Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves (CNF)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Brazil.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Brazil.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Brazil. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Brazil.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Brazil take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas in the states of Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Rondônia, and RoraimaPresent in the states of Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Pará, but rare cases in their capital cities (São Luis [capital of Maranhão], Cuiabá [capital of Mato Grosso], Belém [capital of Pará])Rare cases and sporadic foci of transmission in rural and forested areas in the states of Espírito Santo, Goiás, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, São Paolo, and TocantinsNo malaria transmission in the cities of Brasília (the capital), Rio de Janeiro, or São PaoloNo malaria transmission at Iguaçu FallsDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(90%)P. falciparum(10%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Areas with rare cases: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Brasília?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(66/100)

Short Answer

May is Brasília's peak season for good reason: 26°C temperatures and 5% rain probability. But expect crowds (100% of annual maximum) and premium prices.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Ideal temperature range

25.7°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Excellent dry conditions

Only 5% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Plenty of sunshine

10.1h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 25.7°C temperatures and low 5% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 25.7°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 25.7°C, 5% rain chance
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Photographers
10.1h sunshine, 56% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Brasília in May averages 26°C with 5% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Brasília in May

What are the temperatures in Brasília in May?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 16°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Brasília in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Brasília in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Brasília?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Brasília Weather in May

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