Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Machupicchu, Peru, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (47°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (60°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Machupicchu throughout May hovers around 85%.
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In May, Machupicchu averages 69 mm (2.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 29 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 28 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Machupicchu reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||