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La Rioja weather in May (La Rioja Province, Argentina)

Is La Rioja a good destination in May, weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During May, La Rioja experiences perfect weather, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of May. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 10°C.

Precipitation

La Rioja in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 2 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 203 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. April, May, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized La Rioja climate page with graphs.

 

La Rioja, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62%  

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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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to La Rioja, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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