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Uruguay Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Uruguay in May.

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Planning a getaway to Uruguay this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Uruguay in May

May in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Punta del Este at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Artigas at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Artigas and 14°C (57°F) in Punta del Este.

To explore the conditions in Uruguay in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Riachuelo with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Artigas with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Punta del Este receives about 149 hours of sunlight in May, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Uruguay by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Uruguay - and find the best time to visit. (based on Punta del Este)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Uruguay.

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 Uruguay

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Uruguay?

Temperature range in Uruguay (May)

Precipitation variation in Uruguay (May)

Punta del Este

In May Punta del Este generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
149 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
mixed
Climate in Punta del Este →

Montevideo

In May Montevideo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
162 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Montevideo →

Punta Del Diablo

In May Punta Del Diablo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
159 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
Climate in Punta Del Diablo →

La Paloma

In May La Paloma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
Climate in La Paloma →

Colonia del Sacramento

In May Colonia del Sacramento generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
167 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Colonia del Sacramento →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Uruguay in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Montevideo 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Punta Del Diablo 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Colonia del Sacramento 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Piriápolis 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Termas del Daymán 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Uruguay weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uruguay in May?

Uruguay typically experiences very good weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punta del Este average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Uruguay in May?

In Punta del Este, the average daytime high in May is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Uruguay get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Punta del Este averages just 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Uruguay.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Uruguay?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Uruguay with overall very good weather in Punta del Este.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Punta del Este. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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