Planning a trip to Arequipa in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and approximately 22 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 5 rainy days and 7 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+26°C
Max.
7 mm
Total precipitation
38%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Arequipa has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Arequipa in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Arequipa for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +23°C during the day to a minimum of +7°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +22°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +21°C to +23°C.
Is Arequipa warm or cold in May?
Arequipa is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +11°C to +9°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Arequipa:
Climate in Arequipa in May
Arequipa weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+20°C
+21°C
+21°C
Min. temperature
+6°C
+4°C
+4°C
Max. temperature
+24°C
+26°C
+25°C
Rainfall
61 mm
7 mm
1 mm
Wind
1 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
58%
38%
29%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
7
22
25
Cloudy days
2
5
4
Rainy days
21
5
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +21°C during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 61 mm to 7 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 58% to 38%.Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 7 to 22.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Arequipa in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Arequipa is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Arequipa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Arequipa is amazing in May with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Arequipa wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 100% chance of precipitation and 199 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Arequipa?
This is the weather in Arequipa in May 2024:
1 May
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+21°C
2 May
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+22°C
3 May
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+23°C
4 May
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+22°C
5 May
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+22°C
6 May
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+21°C
7 May
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+22°C
8 May
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+23°C
9 May
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+22°C
10 May
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+22°C
11 May
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+21°C
12 May
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+22°C
13 May
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+23°C
14 May
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+22°C
15 May
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+23°C
16 May
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+21°C
17 May
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+22°C
18 May
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+21°C
19 May
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+22°C
20 May
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+22°C
21 May
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+22°C
22 May
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+21°C
23 May
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+20°C
24 May
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+21°C
25 May
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+19°C
26 May
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+20°C
27 May
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+21°C
28 May
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+20°C
29 May
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+21°C
30 May
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+21°C
31 May
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+23°C
In May 2024 Arequipa had 24 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +23°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 36%, with a maximum of 82% and a minimum of 8%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Arequipa climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Arequipa in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+18°C) and the highest in 2024 (+21°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 426 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 1239 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Arequipa in May:
Is May a good time to visit Arequipa?
May is a really good time to go to Arequipa. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Arequipa.
Can you sunbathe in Arequipa in May?
May has mild temperatures in Arequipa. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Arequipa rainy in May?
Arequipa is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Arequipa in May?
Yes, Arequipa is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Arequipa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
