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El Maitén Weather in May
In El Maitén, May brings low daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to 0°C (32°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.
Rainfall in El Maitén in May
Typically around 12 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 108 mm (4.3 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in El Maitén in May
If you're visiting El Maitén in May, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around 0°C (32°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights are well below freezing at 0°C (32°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for El Maitén.
El Maitén Temperature in May
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
108 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
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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).
What to Wear in El Maitén in May
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to El Maitén in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.
What To Do in El Maitén in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
El Maitén 3-Day Forecast
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