When to go · Arequipa
Arequipa in May
Great month. Inside Arequipa's best window: Apr–Nov (dry, clear); May–Sep coolest nights.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 22°C72°F / 8°C46°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 1
- Crowds
- Medium
- Peru overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Peru overall
Verdict
GreatBest and avoid months for Arequipa
Inside Arequipa's best window: Apr–Nov (dry, clear); May–Sep coolest nights.
Weather in May
- ArequipaHighs around 22 °C, lows around 8 °C, rain on about 1 dayHighs around 72 °F, lows around 46 °F, rain on about 1 day
- Arequipa and Colca, Peru · Arequipa, Colca Canyonbest weather
Sunny most of the year; short summer rains Jan–Feb.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Peru overall
- Medium
- Prices · Peru overall
- Medium
Peru overall: Dry season begins; good trekking; Machu Picchu tickets still available a few weeks out.
What to pack
- A warm layer for the evenings