ArgentinaThe weather in May in Salta
It's pleasantly warm in May in Salta with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Salta. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Salta, Argentina. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2021, Salta reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Salta
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Salta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Salta | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 15 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Salta with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 21°C, with nights around 10°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Salta is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Salta, Argentina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Salta
Temperature in May in Salta over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Salta, Argentina. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Salta
Total precipitation in May in Salta over the years
Daily UV index in May in Salta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Salta, 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.
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Average weather in Salta by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Salta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.