São Paulo weather in May

May in São Paulo: nice, a little rain, with very humid — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in São Paulo · #162 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 87/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

São Paulo climate normals — May

Daytime high23°C / 73°F😎 nice
Nighttime low14°C / 57°F
Feels like (high)23°C / 73°F
Rainfall35 mm / 1.4 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days6 days
Humidity78%💦 very humid
Dew point13°C / 56°F
Sunshine8.5 h/day
Daylight11 h
Wind15 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)87🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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São Paulo in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit São Paulo?
May in São Paulo: nice, a little rain, with very humid — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for São Paulo on SeasonMap's comfort score (87/100).
What is the weather like in São Paulo in May?
In May, São Paulo averages a daily high of 22.9°C and a low of 14°C, with about 34.6 mm of rain over roughly 5.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in São Paulo in May?
São Paulo has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 87 in May.

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