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Porto de Galinhas in May

Short answer

In May, Porto de Galinhas averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 317 mm of rain spread over roughly 19 days. May is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Porto de GalinhasMaragogi Beach Day Trip★ 9.3 · 25 reviews · from US$ 32 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
30 / 22 °C
high / low
Rain
317 mm
19 days
Daylight
11h44
sunset at 17:08
Crowds
Moderate
1 public holiday

What to expect in Porto de Galinhas in May

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

May brings fall to Porto de Galinhas. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 30 °C (86 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. 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 rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

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

Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Porto de Galinhas in May

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Maragogi Beach Day Trip
9.3· 25 reviews

Maragogi Beach Day Trip

Explore the Brazilian Caribbean and discover a slice of paradise on this Maragogi Beach Day Trip! We'll spend the day relaxing on this beautiful beach.

8 h
from US$ 32
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Carneiros Beach Day Trip
8.4· 21 reviews

Carneiros Beach Day Trip

Discover one of the most idyllic places in northeastern Brazil with this trip to Carneiros Beach. A true natural paradise awaits!

8 h
from US$ 26
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Recife & Olinda Day Trip
8.5· 11 reviews

Recife & Olinda Day Trip

Want to explore two gems of northeast Brazil? With this day trip to Recife and Olinda, we'll enjoy the many charms of two cities rich in history and heritage.

10 h
from US$ 24
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Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches Day Trip
10· 3 reviews

Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches Day Trip

On this day trip to Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches, you'll spend a day surrounded by nature and dreamlike scenery in one of Brazil's most beautiful spots.

10 h
from US$ 28
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Porto de Galinhas Jangada Boat Ride
9· 2 reviews

Porto de Galinhas Jangada Boat Ride

Sail along the paradisiac waters of Porto de Galinhas on a traditional jangada boat. Explore one of Brazil's most beautiful areas in a unique way!

1 h
from US$ 17
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Praia de São José da Coroa Grande Day Trip
10· 1 review

Praia de São José da Coroa Grande Day Trip

Make the most of your stay in Porto de Galinhas and discover a beautiful slice of paradise on our day trip to the Praia de São José da Coroa Grande!

9 h
from US$ 32
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Where to stay

Hotels in Porto de Galinhas

In May, demand in Porto de Galinhas 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 clothing and a cap · highs of 30 °C (86 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 19 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 83% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Porto de Galinhas in May

What is the weather like in Porto de Galinhas in May?
In May, Porto de Galinhas averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 317 mm of rain spread over roughly 19 days. May is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be moderate this month.
Does it rain a lot in Porto de Galinhas in May?
In May, Porto de Galinhas gets about 317 mm of rain spread over around 19 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is May high season in Porto de Galinhas?
Crowds in May tend to be moderate. Moderate prices outside public holidays, which push rates and crowds up.
What is happening in Porto de Galinhas 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 Porto de Galinhas 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 Porto de Galinhas in May: 19 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 61% of the days) and 317 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 17 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, May is wetter than the destination's average. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Porto de Galinhas in May, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Porto de Galinhas in May is 30 °C and the average low is 22 °C, with air humidity of around 83%. 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 clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Porto de Galinhas worth visiting in May?
Less favorable time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, May scores 36 out of 100 and ranks No. 12 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is November (66) and the least comfortable is May (36). As for crowds, in May they tend to be moderate.
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