Recife in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 23 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
23Rainy days (114 mm)
11:38 hDaylight
05:27Sunrise · 17:05 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Very wet: about 23 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 54 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 61 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 78 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 30°C | 24°C | 102 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 29°C | 23°C | 114 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 22°C | 130 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 22°C | 118 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 27°C | 21°C | 70 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 28°C | 22°C | 43 mm | 16 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 29°C | 23°C | 31 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 30°C | 23°C | 26 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 31°C | 24°C | 32 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Recife in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Recife?
The best months are October, November, September, December.