Machala weather in May (Ecuador)

How is the weather in Machala in 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, Machala generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C.

Machala in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

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

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

 

Machala, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 195 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 77% *  

* Data from: Tumbes, Peru (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in Ecuador in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Machala in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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