Peru weather in May
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

May in Peru: an average of 19°, about 0 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 11h 26m of daylight, with light from about 06:25 to 17:51. May is comfortable for a trip to Peru — good weather without the peak. A reasonable balance of price and experience.
Peru in May
May in Peru, what works
Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.
What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Holidays & events in Peru
- 1 MayLabour Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
May in Peru, FAQ
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Peru — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset