When to go · Iquitos
Iquitos in May
Good month. Outside the best window (Jun–Sep (drier, lower river)). Across Peru: Dry season begins; good trekking; Machu Picchu tickets still available a few weeks out.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 31°C88°F / 22°C72°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 20
- Crowds
- Medium
- Peru overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Peru overall
Verdict
GoodPeru month rating
Outside the best window (Jun–Sep (drier, lower river)). Across Peru: Dry season begins; good trekking; Machu Picchu tickets still available a few weeks out.
Weather in May
- IquitosHighs around 31 °C, lows around 22 °C, rain on about 20 daysHighs around 88 °F, lows around 72 °F, rain on about 20 days
- Amazon, Peru · Iquitos, Puerto Maldonado, Manufine
Hot and humid; drier Jun–Sep with better trails; river levels high Jan–May (good for boats around Iquitos).
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
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast