Paraíso weather in May (Peru)

What should you pack for a trip to Paraíso in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Paraíso includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 31°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 23°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Paraíso in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 246 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 20 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 175 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Paraíso. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Paraíso, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 246 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Iquitos, Peru (56 KM, 34 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?

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Paraíso.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Peru? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Peru. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.