Salvador Weather in May
Brazil · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in Salvador is warm, with average daytime highs around 28°C (83°F) and nighttime lows near 23°C (73°F). Expect roughly 302mm of precipitation spread over about 18 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
Avg high
28°C
83°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
302mm
very wet
Rainy days
18
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 157 hours of sunshine over the month (~5h/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 Salvador in May?
- May in Salvador is warm, with average daytime highs around 28°C (83°F) and nighttime lows near 23°C (73°F). Expect roughly 302mm of precipitation spread over about 18 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
- Does it rain a lot in Salvador in May?
- Salvador sees around 302mm of precipitation in May on average — very wet by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Salvador?
- May is a workable month to visit Salvador, but expect some weather trade-offs.