Tumbes Weather in May

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

Planning a trip to Tumbes, Peru this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Tumbes in May

Tumbes, Peru is a region in Peru. May in Tumbes generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Canoas De Punta Sal.

For a closer look at conditions across Tumbes, Peru, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Canoas De Punta Sal with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Tumbes with 53 mm (2.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Tumbes 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 Tumbes

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

Temperature range in Tumbes (May)

Precipitation variation in Tumbes (May)

Canoas De Punta Sal

In May Canoas De Punta Sal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Tumbes

In May Tumbes generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Zorritos

In May Zorritos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Bocapán

In May Bocapán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Canoas De Punta Sal 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Tumbes 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Zorritos 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Bocapán 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Tumbes weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Tumbes, Peru typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Canoas De Punta Sal average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

Canoas De Punta Sal averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tumbes, Peru during May, with Canoas De Punta Sal averaging close to 31 mm (1.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tumbes, Peru?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Tumbes, Peru with overall perfect weather in Canoas De Punta Sal. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Canoas De Punta Sal. On the other hand, the weather in March tends to be unpleasant.

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