Chaitén Weather in May

May in Chaitén brings low temperatures around 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Chaitén in May

As part of the rainy season, Chaitén sees around 11 days of rain in May, with an average of 494 mm (19 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Chaitén in May

In May, expect low temperatures in Chaitén, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

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