May weather forecast
Chimbote, Peru

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Weather in May

Chimbote, Peru experiences further cooling during the month of May, reflected by the lowest sea temperature in the year, 19.3°C (66.7°F). Moreover, a gradual decrease in daylight and sunshine hours reflects the approaching winter season in the Southern Hemisphere. Despite this, the conditions remain relatively stable, with little variation in humidity and pressure values. Wind speed, although moderate, starts to pick up, providing relief from the humidity. In essence, the month of May offers cooler temperatures and less daylight but maintains the uniformity of the tropical climate with manageable humidity levels.

Temperature

With the transition into May, Chimbote notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F), closely resembling April. Chimbote's May nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at an enjoyable 19.4°C (66.9°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Humidity

May, June, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are April through November Rain falls for 3.6 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of May, in Chimbote, Peru, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:01 -05.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is May, with an average of 8.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chimbote, Peru. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chimbote in May?

The high-temperature during May is 23.3°C (73.9°F) and the low-temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Chimbote?

May, June, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Chimbote, Peru.

What is the average humidity in May in Chimbote?

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

What is the driest month in Chimbote?

April through November are months with the least rain in Chimbote when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

How much does it rain in Chimbote in May?

In Chimbote, in May, during 3.6 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Chimbote?

In Chimbote, in May, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F). For most, swimming in 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Chimbote have in May?

The average day length in May in Chimbote, Peru, is 11h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chimbote?

On the first day of May in Chimbote, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:01 -05.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chimbote?

With an average of 8.7h of sunshine, May has the least sunshine of the year in Chimbote.

How long on average sun shines in May in Chimbote?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Chimbote?

The months with the highest UV index in Chimbote are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Chimbote?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average temperature in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (16°C).

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Average pressure in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average pressure in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average wind speed in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average humidity in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, November and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average rainfall in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average rainfall in May: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average rainfall days in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average sea temperature in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average sea temperature in May: 19.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (16.2°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average sunshine days in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average UV index in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average cloud cover in May - Chimbote, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
Chimbote, Peru

Average visibility in May - Chimbote, 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).

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