Normal weather for Bahia in May
It's warm in May in Bahia with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
In May, there is an average of 139 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Bahia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
139 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 8 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Bahia with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 29°C, with nights close to 24°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bahia will be around 29°C, with nights close to 24°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Is May a good time to visit Bahia?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Bahia. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Bahia in May
With 32°C, Bahia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 15°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Bahia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Bahia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bahia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Bahia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Bahia.
Daily UV Index in May in Bahia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bahia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Bahia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Bahia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Bahia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Bahia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Bahia
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Average Weather in Bahia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bahia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
