Lençóis Maranhenses weather in May
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C, with around 24 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Lençóis Maranhenses, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
29°C
Average low
25°C
Rainy days
24 days
Best months to visit
August, September, October, November
What to do in Lençóis Maranhenses in May
Whatever the weather, Lençóis Maranhenses rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Dune and lagoon full-day jeep tour: multiple lagoons visit
Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Clara swimming and dune exploration
Atins fishermen village and beach settlement visit
Caburé lighthouse trek across the dunes hike
Kite boarding and wind sports on lagoons
Overnight dune camping: stars and silence above
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
February
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
March
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
May (you are here)
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
December
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
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