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Búzios Day Trip
On this day trip to Búzios, we'll sail on a traditional-style ship along the paradise beaches of Rio de Janeiro and enjoy a delicious lunch by the sea.
6 h
from US$ 46
Short answer
In May, Cabo Frio averages highs of 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 19 °C (66 °F), with about 75 mm of rain spread over roughly 7 days. May has moderate rainfall, usually in quick showers that do not spoil the whole day. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Temperature
27 / 19 °C
high / low
Rain
75 mm
7 days
Daylight
11h00
sunset at 17:14
Crowds
Moderate
1 public holiday
What to expect in Cabo Frio in May
Editor's tip
May brings fall to Cabo Frio. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 27 °C (81 °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. Rain, when it comes, is usually brief and does not spoil the day.
Myllena Vieira · Editor at VisiteCrowds
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$ 325
Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Cabo Frio is around R$ 325 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Cabo Frio in May
Where to stay
Hotels in Cabo Frio
In May, demand in Cabo Frio is moderate: most hotels have room, but public holidays fill them up. Compare rates and book a few weeks ahead.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
What happens in May
No major fixed festivals in May, but public holidays (Labor Day) bring more people to the destination.
Public holidays in May: Labor Day (01/05). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.
What to pack in May
Light clothing for the day · highs of 27 °C (81 °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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