ChileThe weather in May in Iquique
It's cool in May in Iquique with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 4°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Iquique, Chile. 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 28°C in 2017, Iquique reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Iquique is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 2,3 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Iquique
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iquique. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Iquique | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 2,3 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,2 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Iquique with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 4°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 14°C, with nights around 3°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 Iquique is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°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 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Iquique, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Iquique
Temperature in May in Iquique over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Iquique, Chile. 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 Iquique
Total precipitation in May in Iquique over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in Iquique
Snowfall in May in Iquique per year
Daily UV index in May in Iquique
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Iquique, 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 Iquique by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iquique. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.