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Chimborazo Province Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador in May.

Thinking about venturing to Chimborazo Province, Ecuador this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chimborazo Province in May

Chimborazo Province, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. In May, Chimborazo Province experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in San Andrés at 15°C (59°F) and warm in Tonsupa at 29°C (84°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Tonsupa and 5°C (41°F) in San Andrés.

For a closer look at conditions across Chimborazo Province, Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Montañita with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Huigra with 1163 mm (46 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Quito gets around 165 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Chimborazo Province in May

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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).

Popular Destinations in Chimborazo Province

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Chimborazo Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Chimborazo Province (May)

Quito

In May Quito generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
165 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
354 mm (14 in)
283 mm (11 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Cuenca

In May Cuenca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
156 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Montañita

In May Montañita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Tonsupa

In May Tonsupa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
226 mm (8.9 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Riobamba

In May Riobamba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
74 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Quito 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Cuenca 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Montañita 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Tonsupa 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Riobamba 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Vilcabamba 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)

Chimborazo Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador in May?

In May, Chimborazo Province, Ecuador generally has poor weather conditions. Quito sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador in May?

In Quito, the average daytime high in May is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Chimborazo Province, Ecuador get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Chimborazo Province, Ecuador peaks during May. Quito averages roughly 283 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chimborazo Province, Ecuador?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Quito, May may not be the ideal time to visit Chimborazo Province, Ecuador.

Generally speaking, August provides pleasant weather in Quito. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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