Salvador Weather in May
Brazil · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (83°F)
Avg low24°C (74°F)
Rainfall144 mm (5.7 in)
RatingPoor 4.4/10
Expect hot days in Salvador in May: the average high is 28°C (83°F) and the average low is 24°C (74°F). The month is wet, with about 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain spread over 21 days, making it the second wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 81%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.4 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is May a good time to visit Salvador?
May is not the best time to visit Salvador (4.4/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in September to October and December.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (83°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (78°F) |
| Rainfall | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 21 |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Cloud cover | 55% |
| Daylight | 11.4 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 7.8 km/h |
| vs April | 2°C cooler than April, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Salvador in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Salvador weather in other months
Jan31°C / 24°C66 mmGoodFeb31°C / 25°C85 mmFairMar31°C / 25°C88 mmFairApr30°C / 25°C151 mmPoorMay28°C / 24°C144 mmPoorJun27°C / 23°C117 mmFairJul27°C / 22°C113 mmFairAug27°C / 21°C80 mmGoodSep28°C / 22°C54 mmExcellentOct30°C / 23°C58 mmGoodNov30°C / 24°C77 mmGoodDec31°C / 24°C64 mmGood
← AprilBest time to visit SalvadorJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Lima26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Cordoba22°C · 21 mm · Excellent
- Callao26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Arequipa25°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sucre21°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Santiago22°C · 28 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Maceio29°C · 194 mm
- Recife29°C · 226 mm
- Belo Horizonte26°C · 24 mm
- Fortaleza29°C · 156 mm
- Brasilia27°C · 21 mm
- Rio de Janeiro25°C · 61 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.