Normal weather for Iquitos in May
It's hot in May in Iquitos with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
In May, there is an average of 206 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Iquitos. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Iquitos in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
206 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
21 days | 8 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Iquitos with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 24°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Iquitos will be around 31°C, with nights close to 24°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Temperature records
With 34°C, Iquitos hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 18°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Iquitos
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Iquitos, 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 Iquitos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Iquitos, 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 21 days of rain in Iquitos.
Daily UV Index in May in Iquitos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Iquitos, 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 Iquitos Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Iquitos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Iquitos Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Iquitos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Iquitos
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Average Weather in Iquitos by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iquitos. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
