Recife Weather in May
Brazil · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in Recife is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (72°F). Expect roughly 317mm of precipitation spread over about 19 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
Avg high
30°C
85°F
Avg low
22°C
72°F
Rainfall
317mm
very wet
Rainy days
19
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 189 hours of sunshine over the month (~6h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Recife in May?
- May in Recife is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 22°C (72°F). Expect roughly 317mm of precipitation spread over about 19 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
- Does it rain a lot in Recife in May?
- Recife sees around 317mm of precipitation in May on average — very wet by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Recife?
- May is a workable month to visit Recife, but expect some weather trade-offs.