Ollantaytambo weather in May (Cusco, Peru)

How does the May weather in Ollantaytambo compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In May, Ollantaytambo usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 14°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 4°C.

Precipitation

Ollantaytambo in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 239 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, September, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ollantaytambo, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 59% *  

Sunshine 239 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cusco, Peru (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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