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Calca Weather in May
Calca in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 61 mm (2.4 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Rainfall in Calca in May
Expect around 7 days of rain based on historical data, with 61 mm (2.4 in) average. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.
Temperature in Calca in May
In May, expect moderate temperatures in Calca, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Calca in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 239 hours of sun. These sunny conditions help offset the cool temperatures, making it a pleasant month to explore outdoors.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Calca.
Calca Temperature in May
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
59% *
Sunshine
239 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cusco, Peru (25 KM, 15 Miles).
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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 Calca in May
Pack for changing conditions in Calca in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Calca in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Calca 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
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16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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