May · Brazil
Best time to visit Amazon Rainforest in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Amazon Rainforest in May
Average temperature 26°C, 233 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 233 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Amazon Rainforest scores 3.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 233 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Amazon Rainforest is Earth's largest jungle biome-river lodges, canopy walks, and wildlife-rich tributaries near Manaus. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Amazon Rainforest — off-season conditions
May averages 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 92%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
233 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.8/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 6.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Amazon Rainforest in May?
- In May, Amazon Rainforest averages 26°C, 233 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Amazon Rainforest?
- May earns a 3.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Amazon Rainforest in May?
- Expect about 233 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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