What is the weather like in Manaus in May?

Expect temperatures between 24°C and 29°C with 75% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Manaus in May?

Manaus in May scores 52/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Manaus in May?

May in Manaus is ideal for: Business travelers.

Manaus Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

29°C

Hottest around day 25

Avg Low

24°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

31days

75% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Manaus May Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Stormy

29°C79%

Day 2

Stormy

29°C76%

Day 3

Stormy

29°C77%

Day 4

Stormy

29°C78%

Day 5

Stormy

29°C77%

Day 6

Stormy

29°C80%

Day 7

Stormy

29°C81%

Day 8

Stormy

29°C82%

Day 9

Stormy

29°C83%

Day 10

Stormy

29°C80%

Day 11

Stormy

29°C76%

Day 12

Stormy

29°C76%

Day 13

Stormy

29°C77%

Day 14

Stormy

29°C78%

Day 15

Stormy

29°C82%

Day 16

Stormy

29°C82%

Day 17

Stormy

29°C80%

Day 18

Stormy

29°C79%

Day 19

Stormy

29°C74%

Day 20

Stormy

29°C70%

Day 21

Stormy

29°C67%

Day 22

Stormy

29°C66%

Day 23

Stormy

29°C66%

Day 24

Stormy

29°C66%

Day 25

Stormy

29°C69%

Day 26

Stormy

29°C67%

Day 27

Stormy

29°C70%

Day 28

Stormy

29°C70%

Day 29

Stormy

29°C69%

Day 30

Stormy

29°C67%

Day 31

Stormy

29°C68%

Essential Travel Info for Manaus

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Currency

BRL

R$ Brazilian real

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.465

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Remote

17/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

São Paulo Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (GRU)

Brasília Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek (BSB)

Belém Júlio Cezar Ribeiro (BEL)

Campinas Viracopos (VCP)

Fortaleza Pinto Martins (FOR)

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 Manaus?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(52/100)

Short Answer

Rain dominates Manaus in May (75% probability, 8mm average). Prices are lower but outdoor activities require backup plans. Umbrella is essential.

Decision Factors

Oppressive heat and humidity

29°C with 87% humidity - challenging conditions

High rainfall period

75% rain probability, 7.7mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 29°C

Heat index: 36°C due to 87% humidity

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Good For

💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
Heat index of 36°C poses health risks
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Outdoor enthusiasts
75% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
83% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Manaus in May averages 29°C with 75% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Manaus in May

What are the temperatures in Manaus in May?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Manaus in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Manaus in May?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is May peak season in Manaus?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Manaus Weather in May

Manaus May Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Manaus

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Malaria

Measles

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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