El Chaltén weather in May (Santa Cruz, Argentina)
How is the weather in El Chaltén in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In May, El Chaltén generally has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -3°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
El Chaltén in May falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 120 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized El Chaltén climate page with graphs.
El Chaltén, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
27%
Precipitation
216 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Sunshine
120 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Argentina in May
Find out more about the weather in Argentina in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in El Chaltén in May?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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