May Rainfall and Precipitation in Atacama
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Atacama, Chile in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Atacama precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Atacama, Chile receive in May?
Rainfall in Copiapó during May is on the lighter side, averaging about 7.6 mm (0.3 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.
How many days does it rain in Atacama, Chile in May?
Copiapó sees roughly 0 days rainy days during May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Atacama, Chile?
May is generally a drier month for Atacama, Chile, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in May in Atacama, Chile?
Looking at our data, Chañaral tops the wettest-cities list in Atacama, Chile for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 9.6 mm (0.4 in).
What is the driest city in May in Atacama, Chile?
In our records, Bahia Inglesa stands out as the driest city in Atacama, Chile for May, averaging just 4.9 mm (0.2 in).
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