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Petrópolis in May

Short answer

In May, Petrópolis averages highs of 23 °C (73 °F) and lows of 13 °C (55 °F), with about 39 mm of rain spread over roughly 6 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
23 / 13 °C
high / low
Rain
39 mm
6 days
Daylight
11h02
sunset at 17:20
Crowds
Moderate
1 public holiday

What to expect in Petrópolis in May

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

May brings fall to Petrópolis. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Lows hover around 13 °C (55 °F), so a heavy coat and cold-weather clothing are essential, especially at night. 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.

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$ 303

Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up. The average nightly rate for lodging in Petrópolis is around R$ 303 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Petrópolis in May

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Where to stay

Hotels in Petrópolis

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

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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 jacket for the evening · nights of 13 °C (55 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 23 °C (73 °F) Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 87% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Petrópolis in May

What is the weather like in Petrópolis in May?
In May, Petrópolis averages highs of 23 °C (73 °F) and lows of 13 °C (55 °F), with about 39 mm of rain spread over roughly 6 days. May is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Does it rain a lot in Petrópolis in May?
In May, Petrópolis gets about 39 mm of rain spread over around 6 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 Petrópolis?
Crowds in May tend to be moderate. Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.
What is happening in Petrópolis in May?
No major fixed festivals in May, but public holidays (Labor Day) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Petrópolis 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 Petrópolis in May: 6 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 19% of the days) and 39 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 7 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 Petrópolis in May, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Petrópolis in May is 23 °C and the average low is 13 °C, with air humidity of around 87%. Compared with the rest of the year, May is among the coolest months at the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; quick-dry clothing.
Is Petrópolis worth visiting in May?
Good time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, May scores 66 out of 100 and ranks No. 5 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is August (76) and the least comfortable is February (40). As for crowds, in May they tend to be moderate.
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