Tumbes in May
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
7Rainy days (41 mm)
11:50 hDaylight
06:23Sunrise · 18:13 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.6 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 | 29°C | 24°C | 74 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 29°C | 24°C | 150 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.6 |
| March | 29°C | 24°C | 167 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| April | 29°C | 24°C | 103 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| May | 29°C | 23°C | 41 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| June | 28°C | 22°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 27°C | 21°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| August | 27°C | 21°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| September | 27°C | 21°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| October | 27°C | 21°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| November | 27°C | 21°C | 15 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| December | 28°C | 22°C | 34 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Tumbes in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Tumbes?
The best months are August, July, September, June.