May Rainfall and Precipitation in Ecuador
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Ecuador in May.
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Best Places to Visit in Ecuador in May
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Regions and islands in Ecuador
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Popular cities in Ecuador
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- Alausí
- Ambato
- Archidona
- Ayampe
- Ayangue
- Ballenita
- Baños
- Cayambe
- Chimborazo
- Cotacachi
- Cuenca
- Cumbayá
- Guamote
- Guayaquil
- Hacienda Farsalia
- Hacienda Mera
- Ibarra
- Las Tunas
- Lasso
- Latacunga
- Macas
- Machachi
- Machala
- Manglaralto
- Mera
- Mindo
- Montañita
- Olón
- Otavalo
- Papallacta
- Patate
- Playas
- Puembo
- Puerto Ayora
- Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
- Puerto López
- Puerto Misahuallí
- Puyo
- Quito
- Riobamba
- Salinas
- San Antonio
- San Rafael
- Sangolquí
- Santo Domingo de los Colorados
- Tababela
- Tabacundo
- Tena
- Tonsupa
- Tumbaco
- Urcuquí
- Vilcabamba
- Yasuní National Park
- Zaruma
Ecuador precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Ecuador receive in May?
In Ecuador, May is a prominent month within the rainy season. It might not be the ideal month to visit. With an average of 283 mm (11 in) of rain in May, Quito's weather becomes notably unpredictable due to the frequent downpours.
How many days does it rain in Ecuador in May?
Expect around 16 days rainy days in Quito during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Ecuador?
Yes, the rainy season in Ecuador includes May. Plan for periodic rainfall during your visit.
What is the wettest city in May in Ecuador?
Huigra is the wettest city in Ecuador in May according to our database, with average rainfall of around 1163 mm (46 in).
What is the driest city in May in Ecuador?
In our records, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno stands out as the driest city in Ecuador for May, averaging just 21 mm (0.8 in).
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