Otavalo in May
5.4out of 10
Not the best time
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 25 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
25Rainy days (167 mm)
12:01 hDaylight
06:09Sunrise · 18:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 25 rainy 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 (±3.2 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 | 18°C | 9°C | 175 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| February | 18°C | 9°C | 171 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 18°C | 9°C | 218 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.4 |
| April | 18°C | 9°C | 241 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 18°C | 9°C | 167 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.4 |
| June | 17°C | 8°C | 84 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 17°C | 8°C | 56 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 18°C | 8°C | 32 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 19°C | 8°C | 74 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 18°C | 9°C | 161 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.5 |
| November | 18°C | 9°C | 216 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.4 |
| December | 17°C | 9°C | 201 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Otavalo in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Otavalo?
The best months are August, September.