Normal weather for São Paulo in May
It's hot in May in São Paulo with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
In May, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 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.
São Paulo in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
33 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 8 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in São Paulo with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 21°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in São Paulo will be around 30°C, with nights close to 20°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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May is a great month to be in São Paulo for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for São Paulo in May
With 36°C, São Paulo hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 15°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in São Paulo
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in São Paulo, 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 São Paulo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for São Paulo, 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 8 days of rain in São Paulo.
Daily UV Index in May in São Paulo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in São Paulo, 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 São Paulo Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in São Paulo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in São Paulo Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in São Paulo, 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 São Paulo
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Average Weather in São Paulo by Month
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