Santa Teresa weather in May (Loreto, Peru)

How is the weather in Santa Teresa in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Santa Teresa generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Santa Teresa in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 283 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 175 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Teresa. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santa Teresa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 283 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 175 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Iquitos, Peru (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in May

Find out more about the weather in Peru in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Santa Teresa in May?

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 in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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