Bío Bío Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bío Bío, Chile in May.

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Concepción Los Ángeles Nevados de Chillan Pinto

Planning a trip to Bío Bío, Chile this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bío Bío in May

Bío Bío, Chile is a region in Chile. May in Bío Bío generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Nevados de Chillan at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Quillón at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Quillón and 1°C (34°F) in Nevados de Chillan.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bío Bío, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cobquecura with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Nevados de Chillan with 279 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Concepción as an example - it receives around 135 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Bío Bío by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bío Bío — and find the best time to visit. (based on Concepción)

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March22°C (72°F) April19°C (66°F) May16°C (61°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August14°C (57°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bío Bío in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bío Bío.

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 Bío Bío

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Bío Bío, Chile?

Temperature range in Bío Bío (May)

Precipitation variation in Bío Bío (May)

Concepción

In May Concepción generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
135 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Concepción →

Los Ángeles

In May Los Ángeles generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Los Ángeles →

Nevados de Chillan

In May Nevados de Chillan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
121 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
279 mm (11 in)
415 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Nevados de Chillan →

Pinto

In May Pinto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
121 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
327 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pinto →

Recinto

In May Recinto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
121 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
270 mm (11 in)
393 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Recinto →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bío Bío in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Concepción 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Los Ángeles 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Nevados de Chillan 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 279 mm (11 in)
Pinto 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Recinto 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 270 mm (11 in)
Tomé 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Bío Bío weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bío Bío, Chile in May?

Bío Bío, Chile typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Concepción average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bío Bío, Chile in May?

Average temperatures in Bío Bío, Chile during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Concepción.

Does Bío Bío, Chile get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Bío Bío, Chile. Average rainfall in Concepción sits around 151 mm (5.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bío Bío, Chile?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Concepción, May may not be the ideal time to visit Bío Bío, Chile.

On average, the best time to visit Bío Bío, Chile is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Concepción. On the other hand, the months of June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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