Fernando de Noronha vs Rio de Janeiro in May

Rio de Janeiro is the better pick in May — 86 vs 74 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rio de Janeiro is hot, a little rain, muggy air, while Fernando de Noronha is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Fernando de Noronha vs Rio de JaneiroMay climate, side by side

Fernando de NoronhaRio de Janeiro
Comfort score74/100 (B)86/100 (A)
Feels-like high34°C30°C
Avg high / low30° / 26°28° / 20°
Rainfall195 mm56 mm
Rainy days219
Humidity82%80%
Air quality (AQI)4281

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Fernando de Noronha vs Rio de Janeiro in May — FAQ

Is May better in Fernando de Noronha or Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is the better pick in May — 86 vs 74 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rio de Janeiro is hot, a little rain, muggy air, while Fernando de Noronha is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Fernando de Noronha vs Rio de Janeiro in May?
In May, Fernando de Noronha averages 30°C high / 26°C low with about 195 mm of rain; Rio de Janeiro averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 56 mm.