May 8 is generally a great time to visit Florianópolis. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. As it's peak season for Florianópolis, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Florianópolis
Currency
BRL
R$ Brazilian real
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.465
Florianópolis Weather Forecast for May 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.4°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Florianópolis in May
Based on historical data for May 8, Florianópolis typically experiences temperatures between 17.3°C and 23.4°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Florianópolis
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.1 hPa
Low volatility
Florianópolis Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Brazil
Flight Traffic
High
92/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~72
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Florianópolis
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:44
☀️ Noon
12:11
🌇 Sunset
17:38
⏱️ Daylight
10h 54m
Wind Speed
11.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Florianópolis
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Florianópolis on May 8 averages 23.4°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Florianópolis Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Florianópolis Worth Visiting on May 8?
Planning a trip to Florianópolis on May 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.4°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 72 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Brazil, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 23.9°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.59m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.8°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 13.1°C in 2021.