Cajamarca in May
5.4out of 10
Not the best time
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
21Rainy days (158 mm)
11:40 hDaylight
06:20Sunrise · 18:00 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 21 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 8°C | 357 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.3 |
| February | 17°C | 9°C | 434 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 17°C | 9°C | 495 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.3 |
| April | 17°C | 8°C | 314 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 18°C | 8°C | 158 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| June | 18°C | 8°C | 58 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.0 |
| July | 18°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 19°C | 7°C | 43 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.4 |
| September | 18°C | 8°C | 166 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.5 |
| October | 17°C | 8°C | 278 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 18°C | 7°C | 243 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| December | 17°C | 8°C | 315 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Cajamarca in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Cajamarca?
The best months are July, August, June.