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El Carmen Weather in May
May is one of the excellent months to visit El Carmen, with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 1.6 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
Rainfall in El Carmen in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 2 days of rain, with 1.6 mm (0.1 in) average for the month. If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.
Temperature in El Carmen in May
If you're visiting El Carmen in May, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 17°C (63°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.Our weather planner can help you explore other travel destinations worldwide.
El Carmen Temperature in May
Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
6%
Precipitation
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
83% *
* Data from: Pisco, Peru (37 KM, 22 Miles).
El Carmen Weather by Month
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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 El Carmen in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
What To Do in El Carmen in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
El Carmen 3-Day Forecast
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