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Brasília in May

Short answer

In May, Brasília averages highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 15.6 °C (60 °F), with about 26.9 mm of rain spread over roughly 3 days. May is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
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Temperature
26 / 15.6 °C
high / low
Rain
26.9 mm
3 days
Daylight
11h23
sunset at 17:49
Crowds
Moderate
1 public holiday

What to expect in Brasília in May

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

May brings fall to Brasília. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. Crowds sit somewhere in the middle, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at an easy pace and spend less. It also rains very little: this is one of the driest months of the year, good for anyone who wants an outdoor itinerary. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Porão do Rock into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: moderate

Moderate crowds, with peaks on public holidays. Outside those dates, you can enjoy the place at a calmer pace.

Prices
Rates: moderate · ~R$ 586

Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Brasília is around R$ 586 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Brasília in May

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Brasilia Panoramic Tour
8.1· 317 reviews

Brasilia Panoramic Tour

On this panoramic tour of Brasília, we'll explore the center of Brazil's capital and discover the city's main areas. You'll love it!

2 h
from US$ 16
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Brasilia Private Tour
9.4· 70 reviews

Brasilia Private Tour

Do you want to get to know Brasilia in the most personalised way possible? With this private tour you'll have an English speaking guide just for you.

8 h
from US$ 118
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Pirenópolis & Corumbá Waterfall Private Day Trip
9.1· 23 reviews

Pirenópolis & Corumbá Waterfall Private Day Trip

Rejoice in the beautiful heritage of Pirenópolis and enjoy the breathtaking setting of the Corumbá waterfall on this private day trip leaving from Brasilia.

8 h
from US$ 316
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Chapada dos Veadeiros Private Day Trip
9.2· 12 reviews

Chapada dos Veadeiros Private Day Trip

Explore the Alto Paraiso region in Goiás and discover the beauty of the Brazilian rainforest. You'll visit the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park.

10 h
from US$ 385
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Brasilia Bike Tour
9.7· 6 reviews

Brasilia Bike Tour

Cycle through the Brazilian capital with this Brasilia Bike Tour. You can decide which route to follow to enjoy the city in all its aspects.

5 h
from US$ 95
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Salto do Itiquira Private Day Trip
8.4· 5 reviews

Salto do Itiquira Private Day Trip

Are you in Brasilia and want to get to know its surroundings? On this day trip you'll travel to the Itiquira Municipal Park to see the second biggest waterfall

8 h
from US$ 316
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Where to stay

Hotels in Brasília

In May, demand in Brasília is moderate: most hotels have room, but public holidays fill them up. Compare rates and book a few weeks ahead.

Cullinan Hplus Premium in Brasília 9.3 ★★★★★ · 149 reviews Cullinan Hplus Premium See on Booking → B Hotel Brasilia in Brasília 9.4 ★★★★★ · 44 reviews B Hotel Brasilia See on Booking → Nobile Suites Monumental in Brasília 9.2 ★★★★ · 26 reviews Nobile Suites Monumental See on Booking → St Paul Plaza Hotel in Brasília 8.8 ★★★ · 65 reviews St Paul Plaza Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in May

Porão do Rock
A festival that helped put Brasília's rock scene on the map, with a lineup of national and local bands.
Public holidays in May: Labor Day (01/05). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in May

Light jacket for the evening · nights of 15.6 °C (60 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 26 °C (79 °F) Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Brasília in May

What is the weather like in Brasília in May?
In May, Brasília averages highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 15.6 °C (60 °F), with about 26.9 mm of rain spread over roughly 3 days. May is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Does it rain a lot in Brasília in May?
In May, Brasília gets about 26.9 mm of rain spread over around 3 rainy days, one of the driest months. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
Is May high season in Brasília?
Crowds in May tend to be moderate. Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.
What is happening in Brasília in May?
May brings Porão do Rock. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Brasília in May?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Brasília in May: 3 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 10% of the days) and 26.9 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 9 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, May is one of the driest months at the destination. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
What is the temperature in Brasília in May, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Brasília in May is 26 °C and the average low is 15.6 °C, with air humidity of around 65.4%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in May is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Brasília worth visiting in May?
Excellent time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, May scores 88 out of 100 and ranks No. 3 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is July (99) and the least comfortable is March (48). As for crowds, in May they tend to be moderate.
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