May weather forecastPuno, Peru

May

Weather in May

Puno, Peru welcomes May with the lowest rainfall of just about 4mm (0.16"), announcing the full arrival of the dry season. Meanwhile, temperatures continue their downward trend established in April, signaling the approach of winter. The weather is reliably clear in May, presenting virtually cloudless skies and excellent atmospheric pressure that contributes to pleasant days. Sunshine rides high during the daytime with humidity going down, providing ideal conditions for both local agriculture and visitors alike. The lack of rainfall marks a clear shift in the weather pattern and introduces the coldest months in Puno.

Temperature

May records an average high-temperature of a fresh 12.8°C (55°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 0.7°C (33.3°F) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Puno is 53%.

Rainfall

In May, in Puno, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout May, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.3 rainfall days, and 180mm (7.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through October and December. In Puno, during May, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Puno, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 46mm (1.81") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Puno, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:15 -05.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Puno. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Puno, is 12.8°C (55°F), while the low-temperature averages to 0.7°C (33.3°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Puno, Peru, is 53%.

In Puno, in May, during 4.4 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, in Puno, Peru, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout May, 2mm (0.08") of snow is accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 11h and 23min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, in Puno, Peru, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:15 -05.

The average sunshine duration in May in Puno, Peru, is 9.5h.

The months with the highest UV index in Puno are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Puno, Peru, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average high temperature in May: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (15.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (5.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-0.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average pressure in May: 1019.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (1015.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (47%).

Average rainfall in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average rainfall in May: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (30mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average snowfall in May: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (11mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (2.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is November (0.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average UV index in May: 3

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

Average cloud cover in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in May
Puno, Peru

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (9km).