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La Chimba Weather in May

May in La Chimba averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. With only 8 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall expected on average, it's a largely dry month.

Rainfall in La Chimba in May

Typically around 0 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 8 mm (0.3 in) for the month.

Temperature in La Chimba in May

May is a good time to be in La Chimba. Days are excellent, reaching 21°C (70°F), with nights around 13°C (55°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in La Chimba in May

The month enjoys around 227 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in La Chimba in May

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during May. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in May

With water at 17°C (63°F), it's on the cooler side. Keen swimmers won't be put off, but those who prefer warm water may find it less enjoyable.

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La Chimba Temperature in May

Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Water Temperature
17°C (63°F) *
Chance of Rain
0%
Precipitation
8 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Humidity
79% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
227 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Antofagasta, Chile (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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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 La Chimba in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. With water temperatures around 17°C (63°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in La Chimba in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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