Machu Picchu · SpringMonth summary
Machu Picchu weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
55°F – 70°F
🌧 Rainy days
53% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Machu Picchu in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.2/10). July scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Machu Picchu in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Machu Picchu. Temperatures rise (21°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 53% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
Browse by month
All months for Machu Picchu
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 59°F | 70°F | 97% | 0.4in | 9.5h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 59°F | 70°F | 98% | 0.4in | 8.7h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 57°F | 70°F | 96% | 0.4in | 9.3h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 57°F | 70°F | 83% | 0.2in | 10.3h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 55°F | 70°F | 53% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 54°F | 68°F | 37% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 52°F | 70°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 54°F | 70°F | 49% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 55°F | 70°F | 80% | 0.2in | 10.8h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 57°F | 70°F | 87% | 0.3in | 10.3h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 57°F | 70°F | 93% | 0.3in | 9.2h | 5.1/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 59°F | 70°F | 96% | 0.4in | 9.0h | 4.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Machu Picchu averages 70°F, 53% rainy days and 10.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
May vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -19%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Machu Picchu in May
Is May a good time to visit Machu Picchu?
May is an acceptable time for Machu Picchu (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (7.5/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Machu Picchu in May?
Yes, 53% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Machu Picchu
Find places to stay in Machu Picchu in May
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Machu Picchu
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Machu Picchu
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in May
Fiji
Libreville
Lombok🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in May
Santiago
Trinidad
Socotra
Puerto Escondido
PantelleriaWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons