ChileAverage weather for La Serena in May
It's cool to moderate in May in La Serena with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in La Serena with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 11°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 La Serena is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at La Serena is 17°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
In May, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
La Serena in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
21 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 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.
Is May a good time to visit La Serena?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in La Serena. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2014, La Serena reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in La Serena
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for La Serena, 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 La Serena
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for La Serena, 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 3 days of precipitation in La Serena.
Daily UV index in May in La Serena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in La Serena, 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 La Serena over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in La Serena, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in La Serena over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in La Serena, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for La Serena
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Average weather in La Serena by month
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