San Carlos de Bariloche

Bariloche and the Lake District Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina in May.

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Buenos Aires San Carlos de Bariloche San Martín de los Andes Villa La Angostura

Are you planning a trip a to Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Bariloche and the Lake District in May

Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina is a region in Argentina. The weather in Bariloche and the Lake District in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in San Carlos de Bariloche at 8°C (46°F) to pleasant in Buenos Aires at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Buenos Aires and 0°C (32°F) in San Carlos de Bariloche.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Buenos Aires with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Villa La Angostura with 223 mm (8.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Buenos Aires gets around 167 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Bariloche and the Lake District by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bariloche and the Lake District - and find the best time to visit. (based on Buenos Aires)

January30°C (86°F) February29°C (84°F) March27°C (81°F) April24°C (75°F) May20°C (68°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August18°C (64°F) September20°C (68°F) October23°C (73°F) November26°C (79°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bariloche and the Lake District in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bariloche and the Lake District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Bariloche and the Lake District

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina?

Temperature range in Bariloche and the Lake District (May)

Precipitation variation in Bariloche and the Lake District (May)

Buenos Aires

In May Buenos Aires generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
167 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Buenos Aires →

San Carlos de Bariloche

In May San Carlos de Bariloche generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in San Carlos de Bariloche →

San Martín de los Andes

In May San Martín de los Andes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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Villa La Angostura

In May Villa La Angostura generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Villa La Angostura →

El Bolsón

In May El Bolsón generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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In our records: Argentina May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Argentina in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Argentina brought 318 mm (13 in) in Salta on May 18, 1981.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bariloche and the Lake District in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Buenos Aires 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
San Carlos de Bariloche 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
San Martín de los Andes 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Villa La Angostura 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
El Bolsón 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Junín de los Andes 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Bariloche and the Lake District weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina in May?

Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Buenos Aires average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina in May?

Buenos Aires averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina. Buenos Aires averages only about 63 mm (2.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Bariloche and the Lake District, Argentina with overall excellent weather in Buenos Aires. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, September, November and December provide excellent weather in Buenos Aires. On the other hand, the months of January, June and July tend to have good weather conditions.

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