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Florianopolis in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Florianopolis in May 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Florianopolis in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +23°C during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 108 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
108 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Florianopolis has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Florianopolis in May

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

The temperature in May is +25°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +28°C during the day and a minimum of +15°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 31% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +24°C.

Is Florianopolis warm or cold in May?

Florianopolis is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +26°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +20°C to +17°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 Florianopolis:

Climate in Florianopolis in May

Florianopolis weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+26°C+23°C+22°C
Min. temperature
+11°C+8°C+5°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+33°C+31°C
Rainfall
93 mm108 mm97 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
81%82%83%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
477
Cloudy days
8810
Rainy days
171512
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting colder in May. From +26°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 93 mm to 108 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 4 to 7.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Florianopolis is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Florianopolis based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 42 mm, with a 23% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Florianopolis wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 171 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 42% chance of precipitation and 89 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Florianopolis?

This is the weather in Florianopolis in May 2023:
1 May
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+28°C
2 May
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+27°C
3 May
☁️
+26°C
4 May
☁️
+27°C
5 May
☁️
+27°C
6 May
☁️
+28°C
7 May
☀️
+28°C
8 May
☁️
+28°C
9 May
☁️
+24°C
10 May
☁️
+25°C
11 May
☀️
+22°C
12 May
☀️
+22°C
13 May
☀️
+23°C
14 May
☀️
+24°C
15 May
☀️
+26°C
16 May
☀️
+25°C
17 May
☀️
+23°C
18 May
☀️
+26°C
19 May
☀️
+26°C
20 May
☀️
+26°C
21 May
☀️
+26°C
22 May
☀️
+24°C
23 May
☀️
+28°C
24 May
☀️
+26°C
25 May
☁️
+27°C
26 May
☁️
+27°C
27 May
☁️
+26°C
28 May
🌧️
+22°C
29 May
☁️
+21°C
30 May
☁️
+21°C
31 May
☁️
+24°C
In May 2023 Florianopolis had 17 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +28°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+24°C) and the highest in 2019 (+26°C). The driest year was 1988 with only 947 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2773 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Florianopolis in May:

Is May a good time to visit Florianopolis?

It’s always a good time to visit Florianopolis, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Florianopolis in May?

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

Is Florianopolis rainy in May?

Florianopolis is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Florianopolis in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Florianopolis in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Florianopolis

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Florianopolis, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.