ChileThe weather in May in San Pedro de Atacama
It's pleasantly warm in May in San Pedro de Atacama 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 0°C and 6°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in San Pedro de Atacama. 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 San Pedro de Atacama, 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 27°C in 2015, San Pedro de Atacama reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -15°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 4 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. Of the total precipitation, about 1,5 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for San Pedro de Atacama
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in San Pedro de Atacama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| San Pedro de Atacama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 0°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,5 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in San Pedro de Atacama with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 21°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 San Pedro de Atacama is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°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 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 San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in San Pedro de Atacama
Temperature in May in San Pedro de Atacama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in San Pedro de Atacama, 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 San Pedro de Atacama
Total precipitation in May in San Pedro de Atacama over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in San Pedro de Atacama
Snowfall in May in San Pedro de Atacama per year
Daily UV index in May in San Pedro de Atacama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in San Pedro de Atacama, 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 San Pedro de Atacama
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The days were sunny and warm and the nights cool. There were a few showers, but they were brief and refreshing. Wonderful weather for active relaxation!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in San Pedro de Atacama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for San Pedro de Atacama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.