Puno Weather in May

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

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Puno Ocosuyo Juliaca Chucuito

Thinking about venturing to Puno, Peru 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 Puno in May

Puno, Peru is a region in Peru. May in Puno generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Ocosuyo to 17°C (63°F) in Juliaca. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Juliaca and 6°C (43°F) in Ocosuyo.

For specific regional insights in Puno, Peru, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puno with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Huillanopampa with 35 mm (1.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Puno 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 Puno

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

Temperature range in Puno (May)

Precipitation variation in Puno (May)

Puno

In May Puno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Puno →

Ocosuyo

In May Ocosuyo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ocosuyo →

Juliaca

In May Juliaca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
25 mm (1 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Juliaca →

Chucuito

In May Chucuito generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Chucuito →

Huillanopampa

In May Huillanopampa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Huillanopampa →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puno 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Ocosuyo 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Juliaca 17°C (63°F) 1°C (34°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Chucuito 16°C (61°F) 2°C (36°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Huillanopampa 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Luquina 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

Puno weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Puno, Peru brings pleasant weather. In Puno, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

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

Average temperatures in Puno, Peru during May range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Puno.

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

Not particularly. Puno averages just 24 mm (0.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Puno, Peru.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Puno, Peru?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Puno, Peru. Typically, the climate in Puno is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Puno, Peru is in May, June, July, August and November with generally pleasant weather in Puno. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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