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Santo Tomas weather in May (Peru)

Is Santo Tomas a good destination in May, weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In May, Santo Tomas typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 23°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Santo Tomas in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 274 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 175 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santo Tomas. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Santo Tomas, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 274 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 175 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Iquitos, Peru (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in May

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

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

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