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What to pack for Peru in May
Typical May, built from ten years of weather
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Typical for your dates
Highs 70°F, lows 63°F, rain 0 of 31 days
windyhigh UVdry
Sunset lands around 5:50pm. Wind averages 11 mph. There is paperwork on this one, so start with Before you go.
Packing for
Essentials
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Sunscreen SPF 50
UV index of 7.8 burns skin in minutes without protection.
Polarized sunglasses
Water and sand reflect intense sun into your eyes all day.
DEET or picaridin repellent
Jungle humidity breeds mosquitoes that carry disease year-round.
Travel first aid kit
Cuts and scrapes get infected fast in warm, wet conditions.
Filter water bottle
Tap water isn't safe here. A filter bottle beats buying plastic twice a day.
Power bank 10k–20k mAh
Jungle lodges have few outlets and limited charging access.
eSIM
Set it up before you land. Signal drops for long stretches outside cities.
Carry-on backpack (35–45L)
Overhead bins fill fast on regional flights to remote areas.
Before you go
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Recommended
12 items
Moisture-wicking t-shirts
Sun hoodie (UPF long sleeve)
Wide-brim sun hat
Permethrin-treated clothing spray
Oral rehydration salts
Anti-diarrheal + probiotics