El Calafate weather in May (Santa Cruz, Argentina)
Can you expect sunny skies in El Calafate, Argentina in May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, El Calafate tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 6°C, cooling down at night to around -1°C.
Precipitation
El Calafate in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. You can expect snow/rain on roughly 8 days based on historical data.
Average sunshine
You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 115 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit El Calafate. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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El Calafate, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
-1°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
79 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
71%
Sunshine
115 hours
Percentage Sunshine
41%
Where to go in Argentina in May
Find out more about the weather in Argentina and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Argentina, check out our El Calafate's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
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