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Alausí Weather in May
May in Alausí brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights dropping to 8°C (46°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.
Rainfall in Alausí in May
Alausí is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 620 mm (24 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in Alausí in May
In May, Alausí sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights drop to around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.To explore more travel options, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
Alausí Temperature in May
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
620 mm (24 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Alausí Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Alausí in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alausí spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Alausí historical weather extremes in May
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Alausí between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Alausí recorded its highest May temperature of 29°C (84°F) on May 18, 2024.
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was 9°C (48°F), recorded on May 26, 2010.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 1°C (34°F) (May 6, 2009).
- Peak precipitation in May occurred on May 8, 2021, when 43 mm (1.7 in) of precipitation was measured.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Alausí in May
For Alausí in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
Alausí 3-Day Forecast
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