Arequipa vs Quito in May

Arequipa is the better pick in May — 95 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Quito is nice, soaked, clean air.

Arequipa vs QuitoMay climate, side by side

ArequipaQuito
Comfort score95/100 (S)66/100 (C)
Feels-like high23°C17°C
Avg high / low24° / 10°17° / 10°
Rainfall3 mm280 mm
Rainy days131
Humidity50%84%
Air quality (AQI)3728

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Arequipa vs Quito in May — FAQ

Is May better in Arequipa or Quito?
Arequipa is the better pick in May — 95 vs 66 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Arequipa is nice, dry, clean air, while Quito is nice, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Arequipa vs Quito in May?
In May, Arequipa averages 24°C high / 10°C low with about 3 mm of rain; Quito averages 17°C high / 10°C low with about 280 mm.