May · Peru
Best time to visit Arequipa in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arequipa in May
Average temperature 11°C, 3 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 39% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 39%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Arequipa scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Arequipa's white sillar stone buildings sit under the Misti volcano, gateway to Colca canyon.
May ranks 8th of 12 for Arequipa — one of the best windows
May averages 11°C (52°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 3 mm for the month, with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.1/10 puts this among the year's best months in Arequipa (8th of 12); only November scores higher, at 9.6/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arequipa in May?
- In May, Arequipa averages 11°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Arequipa?
- May earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Arequipa in May?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 39% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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