Calchaquí Valleys Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in May.

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Cafayate Tafí del Valle Cachí Molinos

Planning a journey to the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Calchaquí Valleys in May

The Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina is a region in Argentina. May in the Calchaquí Valleys generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Cachí at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in San Carlos at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in San Carlos and 1°C (34°F) in Cachí.

For a closer look at conditions across the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Carlos with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to high rainfall in Tafí del Valle with 101 mm (4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Calchaquí Valleys in May

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

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 the Calchaquí Valleys

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina?

Temperature range in the Calchaquí Valleys (May)

Precipitation variation in the Calchaquí Valleys (May)

Cafayate

In May Cafayate generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cafayate →

Tafí del Valle

In May Tafí del Valle generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
168 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tafí del Valle →

Cachí

In May Cachí generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cachí →

Molinos

In May Molinos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Molinos →

Angastaco

In May Angastaco generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Angastaco →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Calchaquí Valleys, in Argentina.

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 the Calchaquí Valleys in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cafayate 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Tafí del Valle 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Cachí 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Molinos 18°C (64°F) 3°C (37°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Angastaco 19°C (66°F) 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
San Carlos 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)

The Calchaquí Valleys weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in May?

May in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina brings perfect weather. In Cafayate, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina in May?

Daytime temperatures in Cafayate peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina. Cafayate averages only about 20 mm (0.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Calchaquí Valleys, Argentina. Typically, the climate in Cafayate is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Cafayate.

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