May weather forecastOtavalo, Ecuador

May

Weather in May

The weather in May indicates a shift in Otavalo's climatic paradigm. Overall, temperatures remain fairly stable with gentle winds weaving through Otavalo's streets. A substantial decrease from April's showers, rainfall nosedives to 173mm (6.81"). Consequently, shorter rainy days and more sunlight make outdoor activities increasingly appealing to residents and tourists alike.

Temperature

May's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16.9°C (62.4°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. An average minimum temperature of 8.3°C (46.9°F) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Otavalo, Ecuador, in May, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 173mm (6.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 318.3 rainfall days, and 1814mm (71.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

In Otavalo, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Otavalo, in May, the average high-temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F).

In Otavalo, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

In Otavalo, in May, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 173mm (6.81") of accumulated precipitation.

In Otavalo, Ecuador, the average day length in May is 12h and 8min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

In Otavalo, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

The months with the highest UV index are January, April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

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Average temperature in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average high temperature in May: 16.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (15.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (8.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average pressure in May: 1014.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average wind speed in May: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average rainfall in May: 173mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in May: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (17.6 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average daylight in May: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is November (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (0.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Otavalo, Ecuador

Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 3).