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Boa Vista in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Boa Vista in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Boa Vista, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Boa Vista in May 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
Planning a trip to Boa Vista in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +24°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 0 rainy days and 0 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+18°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
19 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Boa Vista has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Boa Vista in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Boa Vista for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +26°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +25°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +26°C to +25°C.

Is Boa Vista warm or cold in May?

Boa Vista is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +23°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +20°C to +20°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Boa Vista:

Climate in Boa Vista in May

Boa Vista weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+23°C+24°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+17°C+18°C+19°C
Max. temperature
+28°C+28°C+29°C
Rainfall
0 mm0 mm0 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Humidity
76%78%79%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
101212
Cloudy days
201917
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +23°C to +24°C during the day. The rainfall amount in May stays the same as in the previous month with a 0 mm of total precipitation. Humidity rises from 76% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 6 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 10 to 12.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Boa Vista in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Boa Vista is gradually increasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Boa Vista based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Boa Vista is amazing in May with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Boa Vista wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 40 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Boa Vista?

This is the weather in Boa Vista in May 2023:
1 May
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+26°C
2 May
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+26°C
3 May
☀️
+26°C
4 May
☁️
+26°C
5 May
☁️
+25°C
6 May
☁️
+24°C
7 May
☁️
+24°C
8 May
☁️
+25°C
9 May
☀️
+25°C
10 May
☁️
+25°C
11 May
☀️
+25°C
12 May
☀️
+25°C
13 May
☁️
+25°C
14 May
☁️
+25°C
15 May
☁️
+25°C
16 May
☁️
+24°C
17 May
☁️
+25°C
18 May
☁️
+25°C
19 May
☁️
+25°C
20 May
☁️
+25°C
21 May
☁️
+24°C
22 May
☁️
+24°C
23 May
☁️
+24°C
24 May
☁️
+25°C
25 May
☁️
+24°C
26 May
☁️
+25°C
27 May
☁️
+25°C
28 May
☁️
+25°C
29 May
☁️
+26°C
30 May
☀️
+25°C
31 May
☀️
+25°C
In May 2023 Boa Vista had 8 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 2 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Boa Vista climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Boa Vista in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+24°C) and the highest in 2023 (+26°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 16 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1999 with 229 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Boa Vista in May:

Is May a good time to visit Boa Vista?

May is a really good time to go to Boa Vista. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Boa Vista.

Can you sunbathe in Boa Vista in May?

May is warm in Boa Vista. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Boa Vista rainy in May?

Boa Vista is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Boa Vista in May?

The amount of sunny days in Boa Vista during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Cape Verde

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Monthly weather in Boa Vista

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Boa Vista, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.