Chachapoyas

Amazonas Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Amazonas, Peru in May.

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Chachapoyas Lamud Cocachimba

Are you planning a trip a to Amazonas, Peru in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Amazonas in May

Amazonas, Peru is a region in Peru. May in Amazonas generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Chachapoyas.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Amazonas, Peru, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Chachapoyas with an average of 157 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Cocachimba with 211 mm (8.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Amazonas in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Amazonas

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Amazonas, Peru?

Temperature range in Amazonas (May)

Precipitation variation in Amazonas (May)

Chachapoyas

In May Chachapoyas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Chachapoyas →

Lamud

In May Lamud generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
257 mm (10 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lamud →

Cocachimba

In May Cocachimba generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
293 mm (12 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cocachimba →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Amazonas, in Peru.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Amazonas in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chachapoyas 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Lamud 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Cocachimba 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)

Amazonas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Amazonas, Peru in May?

Amazonas, Peru typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Chachapoyas average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Amazonas, Peru in May?

Average temperatures in Amazonas, Peru during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Chachapoyas.

Does Amazonas, Peru get a lot of rain in May?

Amazonas, Peru sees substantial rainfall in May. Chachapoyas typically averages about 157 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Amazonas, Peru?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Amazonas, Peru with overall pleasant weather in Chachapoyas. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Amazonas, Peru is in June and August with generally perfect weather in Chachapoyas. On the other hand, the months of February and March tend to have poor weather conditions.

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