May · Brazil
Best time to visit Búzios in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Búzios in May
Average temperature 23°C, 31 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Búzios scores 8.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 23°C, 31 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Búzios strings 20-plus crescent beaches on a peninsula of boutique hotels east of Rio. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Búzios — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
May averages 23°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Expect 31 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 daylight hours.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Búzios (3rd of 12); only September scores higher, at 8.8/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Búzios in May?
- In May, Búzios averages 23°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Búzios?
- May earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Búzios in May?
- Expect about 31 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Búzios
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Búzios
Búzios, Brazil. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.