Huaraz in May
4.2out of 10
Not the best time
Cool: highs only around 11°C. Very wet: about 23 rainy days.
11°CAvg high
1°CAvg low
23Rainy days (114 mm)
11:34 hDaylight
06:19Sunrise · 17:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 11°C
- Very wet: about 23 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Gloves for freezing mornings
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 | 11°C | 2°C | 217 mm | 29 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | 11°C | 2°C | 224 mm | 27 | – | – | 4.2 |
| March | 11°C | 2°C | 254 mm | 30 | – | – | 4.2 |
| April | 11°C | 1°C | 168 mm | 28 | – | – | 4.2 |
| May | 11°C | 1°C | 114 mm | 23 | – | – | 4.2 |
| June | 11°C | 0°C | 62 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.1 |
| July | 11°C | -1°C | 56 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.3 |
| August | 11°C | -1°C | 82 mm | 17 | – | – | 4.8 |
| September | 10°C | 0°C | 162 mm | 25 | – | – | 4.1 |
| October | 11°C | 1°C | 220 mm | 28 | – | – | 4.1 |
| November | 11°C | 1°C | 196 mm | 26 | – | – | 4.2 |
| December | 11°C | 1°C | 228 mm | 28 | – | – | 4.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Huaraz in May?
Daytime highs average 11°C and nights about 1°C.
When is the best time to visit Huaraz?
The best months are July, June, August.