Canelones Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canelones, Uruguay in May.

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Atlántida Ciudad de la Costa Guazuvira La Floresta

Planning a getaway to Canelones, Uruguay this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Canelones in May

Canelones, Uruguay is a region in Uruguay. May in Canelones generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Ciudad de la Costa to 21°C (70°F) in Tacuarembó. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Tacuarembó and 12°C (54°F) in Ciudad de la Costa.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Guazuvira with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Tacuarembó with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Atlántida as an example - it receives around 162 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 Canelones by month

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

January28°C (82°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April23°C (73°F) May19°C (66°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October21°C (70°F) November24°C (75°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canelones in May

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

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 Canelones

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Canelones, Uruguay?

Temperature range in Canelones (May)

Precipitation variation in Canelones (May)

Atlántida

In May Atlántida generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
162 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Atlántida →

Ciudad de la Costa

In May Ciudad de la Costa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
162 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ciudad de la Costa →

Guazuvira

In May Guazuvira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
162 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Guazuvira →

La Floresta

In May La Floresta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
162 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in La Floresta →

Aiguá

In May Aiguá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Aiguá →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Atlántida 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Ciudad de la Costa 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Guazuvira 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
La Floresta 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Aiguá 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Tacuarembó 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Canelones weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canelones, Uruguay in May?

Canelones, Uruguay typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Atlántida average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canelones, Uruguay in May?

Daytime temperatures in Atlántida peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Canelones, Uruguay get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Canelones, Uruguay. Atlántida averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Canelones, Uruguay?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Canelones, Uruguay with overall pleasant weather in Atlántida.

Generally speaking, January, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Atlántida. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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