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Salar de Uyuni Weather in May
During May, Salar de Uyuni experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and cooler nights around -4°C (25°F). As the driest month of the year, snow/rainfall is at its lowest.
Rainfall in Salar de Uyuni in May
As the driest month, it's a good time for hiking and exploring the area, even if you'll need to layer up. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 0 days of snow/rain, averaging 1 mm (0.04 in).
Temperature in Salar de Uyuni in May
In May, Salar de Uyuni gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to around -4°C (25°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.For Salar de Uyuni itself, April, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Salar de Uyuni Temperature in May
Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
0%
Precipitation
1 mm (0.04 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Salar de Uyuni Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Salar de Uyuni in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salar de Uyuni spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salar de Uyuni historical weather extremes in May
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Salar de Uyuni between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in May was on May 11, 2024, with a maximum of 21°C (70°F).
- The coldest May day was on May 26, 2015, with a maximum of 7°C (45°F).
- Salar de Uyuni registered its coldest May night on May 30, 2013, with temperatures dropping to -8°C (18°F).
Best Places in Bolivia in May
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Salar de Uyuni in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.
What To Do in Salar de Uyuni in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Salar de Uyuni 3-Day Forecast
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