May Weather in Quito

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Quito, Ecuador, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (57°F). Highs can soar to 20°C (68°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (46°F). Typically, the humidity level in Quito throughout May hovers around 92%.

8°C (46°F)

Minimum temperature

14°C (57°F)

Average temperature

20°C (68°F)

Maximum temperature

92%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Quito averages 296 mm (11.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 11 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 27% probability of sunny days during this period.

296 mm (11.6 inches)

Precipitation

30 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 11 minutes

Sunshine hours

27%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Quito reaches a maximum of 17, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 7 11 15 16 15 12 7 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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