Average weather for Ushuaia in May
It's cold in May in Ushuaia with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 5°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ushuaia with cold temps, averaging around 9°C during the day and nights around 4°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 9°C, with nights around 4°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 Ushuaia is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Ushuaia is 7°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In May, there is an average of 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 9,2 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Ushuaia in May |
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8°C | 22°C | |
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11°C | 28°C | |
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5°C | -5°C | |
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40 mm | 105 mm | |
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8 days | 14 days | |
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9,2 cm | 0 cm | |
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5 days | 0 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2018, Ushuaia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -10°C to a highest value of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Ushuaia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Ushuaia, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Ushuaia
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Daily Precipitation in May in Ushuaia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Ushuaia, 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 8 days of precipitation in Ushuaia.
Daily Snowfall in May in Ushuaia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Ushuaia, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in Ushuaia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ushuaia, 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 Ushuaia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Ushuaia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Ushuaia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Ushuaia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Ushuaia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Ushuaia, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Ushuaia
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Weather experiences in May in Ushuaia
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Average weather in Ushuaia by month
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