ChileThe weather in May in Punta Arenas
It's cold in May in Punta Arenas with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 9°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 Punta Arenas, 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 16°C in 2023, Punta Arenas reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta Arenas is 9°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 29 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,3 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Punta Arenas
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Punta Arenas. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Punta Arenas | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 7°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 9°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | -1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 29 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,3 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Punta Arenas with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 3°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 7°C, with nights around 2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Punta Arenas is around 6°C, while nighttime temps are about 1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Punta Arenas, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Punta Arenas
Temperature in May in Punta Arenas over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Punta Arenas, 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 Punta Arenas
Total precipitation in May in Punta Arenas over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in Punta Arenas
Snowfall in May in Punta Arenas per year
Daily UV index in May in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Punta Arenas, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Punta Arenas
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The humidity caused frequent fog and it was cold. However, there were bright, sunny days that compensated somewhat for the weather, but light clothing was not enough. Improvement point: temperature stabilization.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Punta Arenas by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta Arenas. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.