Itacaré in May
May is one of the best months for surfing at Itacaré.
Plan your trip to ItacaréEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 28°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 27°C by day, 22°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 24 rainy days
ItacaréBahia, BrazilBeginner-friendly · no wetsuit · ✈ IOS 59 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
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São Miguel do GostosoBrazil · 1084 km away · water 29°C1.4 m waves2
TaíbaBrazil · 1199 km away · water 29°C1.3 m waves3
JericoacoaraBrazil · 1289 km away · water 29°C0.5 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Schools and camps near Itacaré
- Terral Surf Pousada 0.1 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Itacaré?
May is one of the best months for surfing at Itacaré. Waves 1.2 m, water 28°C (no wetsuit), air 27°C.
How warm is the water at Itacaré in May?
About 28°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Itacaré in May?
About 1.2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Itacaré in May?
Around 27°C by day and 22°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 24 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: São Miguel do Gostoso (1.4 m waves), Taíba (1.3 m waves) & Jericoacoara (0.5 m waves).