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Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip
On this day trip to Ouro Preto and Mariana from Belo Horizonte we'll get to know its great artistic and religious heritage - a must!
10 h
from US$ 71
Short answer
In May, Belo Horizonte averages highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 17 °C (63 °F), with about 28 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)
Temperature
26 / 17 °C
high / low
Rain
28 mm
3 days
Daylight
11h10
sunset at 17:27
Crowds
Moderate
1 public holiday
What to expect in Belo Horizonte in May
Editor's tip
May brings fall to Belo Horizonte. 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 Comida di Buteco (bar food contest) into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.
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$ 391
Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Belo Horizonte is around R$ 391 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Belo Horizonte in May
Where to stay
Hotels in Belo Horizonte
In May, demand in Belo Horizonte 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
Comida di Buteco (bar food contest)
The contest born in Belo Horizonte sends hundreds of botecos (neighborhood bars) into competition with snacks created just for it. The city calls itself the national capital of the boteco.
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 17 °C (63 °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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