Chaco Weather in May

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

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Resistencia

Thinking about venturing to Chaco, Argentina this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chaco in May

Chaco, Argentina is a region in Argentina. May in Chaco generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Resistencia.

To explore the conditions in Chaco, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 106 mm (4.2 in) in Resistencia.

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Best Places to Visit in Chaco in May

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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 Chaco

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Chaco, Argentina?

Resistencia

In May Resistencia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Resistencia →

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

Chaco weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chaco, Argentina in May?

In May, Chaco, Argentina generally has pleasant weather conditions. Resistencia sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Chaco, Argentina in May?

Daytime temperatures in Resistencia peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in May, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Chaco, Argentina get a lot of rain in May?

Chaco, Argentina sees substantial rainfall in May. Resistencia typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chaco, Argentina?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Resistencia, May might be a good time to visit Chaco, Argentina. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Chaco, Argentina is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Resistencia. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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