2026 Climate Averages

Weather in São Paulo in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit São Paulo. São Paulo has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 22°C, lows of 12°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

22°C

Avg Low

12°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

11h

Is May a good time to visit São Paulo?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:34 AM

Sunset

5:34 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 27°C 18°C 23 Wet
February 25°C 18°C 22 Wet
March 25°C 17°C 10 Good
April 25°C 15°C 2 Excellent (best)
May 22°C 12°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 23°C 14°C 7 Good
July 23°C 13°C 3 Good
August 22°C 12°C 7 Good
September 27°C 16°C 4 Excellent (best)
October 27°C 16°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 25°C 15°C 14 Wet
December 27°C 18°C 27 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit São Paulo? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting São Paulo, with average highs of 22°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for São Paulo in May? +

With highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in São Paulo in May? +

São Paulo typically sees around 5 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in São Paulo in May? +

In May, São Paulo gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in São Paulo? +

Yes, May is peak season in São Paulo. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit São Paulo? +

The best months to visit São Paulo are April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Sao_Paulo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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