May · Paraguay
Best time to visit Asuncion in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Asuncion in May
Average temperature 20°C, 119 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 119 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Asuncion scores 7.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 119 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Asunción is Paraguay's riverside capital, combining historic civic buildings, shaded neighborhoods, museums, markets, and a lively food and cultural scene.
May in Asuncion — reliably good (4th best month)
May averages 20°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 119 mm — wet for this destination — but about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.4/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 8.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Asuncion in May?
- In May, Asuncion averages 20°C, 119 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Asuncion?
- May earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Asuncion in May?
- Expect about 119 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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