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Chile precipitation in May

In Chile in May precipitation ranges from almost none in San Pedro de Atacama with 0mm (0 inches) of snow/rainfall to heavy in Niebla with 226mm (8.9 inches) of rainfall. It is the wettest month of the year.

Where and how much does it snow/rain in Chile in May?

Find the average total precipitation in May for the most popular destinations in Chile on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Temperatures
Precipitation
Legend heavy rainfall high moderate low almost none
Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm (6.3") precipitation. High: 90mm (3.5") to 160mm (6.3"). Moderate: 30mm (1.2") to 90mm (3.5". Low: 5mm (0.2") to 30mm (1.2").

  • How much does it snow/rain in Chile in May?
    • In general in May rainfall is high in Santiago, falling frequently during the month. So the weather can be unpredictable, changing moment to moment. It is the wettest month of the year.

  • What is the wettest city in May in Chile?
    • According to our data the wettest location is Niebla with an average precipitation of 226mm (8.9 inches).

  • What is the driest city in May in Chile?
    • The driest place is San Pedro de Atacama with an average precipitation of 0mm (0 inches) according to our data.

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