May weather forecastChiclayo, Peru
May
Weather in May
In May, Chiclayo witnesses slight changes in weather with the arrival of cooler days and nights. The sea temperature further decreases to 21°C (69.8°F), infusing a crispness into the air, particularly noticeable during late nights and early mornings. The city enjoys the consistency of 10km (6.2mi) visibility throughout the year, highlighting the clear, clean environment. Hinting at the colder months to come, May's weather is characterized by the gentle sea breeze, billowing clouds, and scattered rainfall. During the cool month of May, the city of Chiclayo shimmers like a jewel under the tropical horizon.Temperature
Chiclayo's weather in May displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 24.5°C (76.1°F), showing minor disparity from April's 26°C (78.8°F). In Chiclayo, May nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 19.8°C (67.6°F).Humidity
In Chiclayo, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.2 rainfall days, and 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Chiclayo, the average seawater temperature in May is 21°C (69.8°F).Note: For most individuals, swimming in 21°C (69.8°F) is not a pleasurable activity. Breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Chiclayo is 11h and 49min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:09 -05.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average high temperature in May: 24.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (21.2°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 19.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (16.5°C).
Average pressure in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average pressure in May: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average wind speed in May: 16.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average rainfall in May: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (29mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average sea temperature in May: 21°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (18°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and March (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Chiclayo, Peru
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
