☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 26°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 26°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Rio de Janeiro in May has an average air temperature of 26°C with sea temperatures around 24°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 70mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
Sea temperatures of 24°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Rio de Janeiro is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Rio de Janeiro stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | 26°C | 24°C | 70mm | 6h |
| Mauritius | 26°C | 26°C | 70mm | 7h |
| Mozambique | 26°C | 26°C | 20mm | 8h |
| Cape Verde | 25°C | 23°C | 0mm | 9h |
| Cyprus | 25°C | 22°C | 10mm | 11h |
| Fiji | 27°C | 27°C | 90mm | 7h |
See how Rio de Janeiro's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Rio de Janeiro in May has average temperatures of 26°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 24°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 24°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
May is an excellent time to visit Rio de Janeiro with warm weather and 6 hours of daily sunshine.
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