Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May.

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Stanley Mount Pleasant

Planning a journey to Falkland Islands (Malvinas) this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May

May in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Stanley.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Falkland Islands (Malvinas), check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mount Pleasant with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Stanley with 53 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Stanley receives about 77 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

Temperature range in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (May)

Precipitation variation in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (May)

Stanley

In May Stanley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
77 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Stanley →

Mount Pleasant

In May Mount Pleasant generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
77 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Mount Pleasant →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stanley 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Mount Pleasant 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May?

In May, Falkland Islands (Malvinas) generally has poor weather conditions. Stanley sees daytime temperatures near 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in May?

Daytime temperatures in Stanley peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in May, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

Does Falkland Islands (Malvinas) get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Falkland Islands (Malvinas). Stanley averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas) due to the typically poor weather in Stanley.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly unpleasant weather in Stanley.

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