UruguayAverage weather for Punta del Este in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Punta del Este with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Punta del Este with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 12°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 drop to around 19°C, with nights around 11°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Punta del Este is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta del Este is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
In May, there is an average of 109 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Punta del Este in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
19°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
21°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
16°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
109 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 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 Punta del Este?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Punta del Este. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2015, Punta del Este reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Punta del Este
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Punta del Este, 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 9 days of precipitation in Punta del Este.
Daily UV index in May in Punta del Este
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Punta del Este, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Punta del Este over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Punta del Este, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Punta del Este
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Average weather in Punta del Este by month
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