May · Brazil
Best time to visit Belo Horizonte in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Belo Horizonte in May
Average temperature 20°C, 13 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 66% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.4/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Belo Horizonte scores 9.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 20°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Brazil's bar-food capital pairs Pampulha modernism and mineiro cuisine with dry, mild days from April through September.
May is one of the strongest months in Belo Horizonte (3rd)
At 20°C (67°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
At just 13 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Belo Horizonte at 9.4/10 (3rd of 12), just behind August at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Belo Horizonte in May?
- In May, Belo Horizonte averages 20°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Belo Horizonte?
- May earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Belo Horizonte in May?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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