Normal weather for Cusco in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Cusco with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 4°C.
In May, there is an average of 37 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Cusco. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Cusco in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
18°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
16°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
37 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,6 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cusco with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 4°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 18°C, with nights close to 3°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cusco will be around 18°C, with nights close to 2°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 24°C, Cusco hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -8°C to a high of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Cusco
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Cusco.
Daily Snowfall in May in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Cusco, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Cusco
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cusco, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Cusco, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Cusco Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Cusco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Cusco per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Cusco, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Cusco
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Average Weather in Cusco by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cusco. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
