Average weather for Puerto Maldonado in May
It's hot in May in Puerto Maldonado with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Puerto Maldonado with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 22°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 Puerto Maldonado is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In May, there is an average of 125 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Puerto Maldonado in May |
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30°C | 22°C | |
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32°C | 28°C | |
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26°C | -5°C | |
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125 mm | 105 mm | |
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12 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Puerto Maldonado?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Puerto Maldonado. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2017, Puerto Maldonado reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Puerto Maldonado
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Puerto Maldonado, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Puerto Maldonado
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Puerto Maldonado, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Puerto Maldonado.
Daily UV index in May in Puerto Maldonado
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Puerto Maldonado, 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.
Temperature in May in Puerto Maldonado over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Puerto Maldonado, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Puerto Maldonado over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Puerto Maldonado, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Puerto Maldonado
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Average weather in Puerto Maldonado by month
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