ArgentinaAverage weather for Buenos Aires in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Buenos Aires with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 11°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Buenos Aires with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 10°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Buenos Aires is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In May, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Buenos Aires in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
21°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
14°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
33 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Buenos Aires?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Buenos Aires. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2023, Buenos Aires reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Buenos Aires
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Buenos Aires, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Buenos Aires
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Buenos Aires, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Buenos Aires.
Daily UV index in May in Buenos Aires
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Buenos Aires, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Buenos Aires over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Buenos Aires, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Buenos Aires over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Buenos Aires, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Buenos Aires
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Average weather in Buenos Aires by month
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