Cusco weather in May (Cusco, Peru)

What can you expect from the weather in Cusco during May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Cusco generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 16°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Cusco in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 239 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cusco climate page with graphs.

 

Cusco, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 33 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 59%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 239 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Peru in May

Find out more about the weather in Peru in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Cusco in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cusco.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Peru? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Peru. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.