The weather in May in Peru
It's pleasantly warm in May in Peru with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 11°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Peru. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Peru. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2016, Peru reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Peru
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Peru | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 56 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Peru with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 23°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Peru is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Peru for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Peru is based on weather data from Lima. Other places, like Cusco, Machu Picchu or Arequipa, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Peru to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Peru. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Peru
Temperature in May in Peru over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Peru. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Peru
Total precipitation in May in Peru over the years
Daily UV index in May in Peru
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Peru, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Peru
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The days were pleasantly warm and there was plenty of sunshine, but the evenings were somewhat cool. A few short showers, but they never lasted long. Not perfect, but certainly good.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Peru by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Peru. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.