Chubut

Chubut Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Chubut in May

Chubut, Argentina is a region in Argentina. Chubut, Argentina offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Los Alerces National Park at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Puerto Madryn at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Puerto Madryn and 0°C (32°F) in Los Alerces National Park.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto Madryn with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Los Alerces National Park with 266 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Puerto Madryn gets around 136 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 Chubut by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Chubut in May

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

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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 Chubut

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

Temperature range in Chubut (May)

Precipitation variation in Chubut (May)

Puerto Madryn

In May Puerto Madryn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
136 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Esquel

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

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
111 hours
81 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Pirámides

In May Puerto Pirámides generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
136 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Trevelín

In May Trevelín generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
111 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Lago Puelo

In May Lago Puelo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
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 rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Madryn 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Esquel 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Puerto Pirámides 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Trevelín 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Lago Puelo 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Cholila 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)

Chubut weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Chubut, Argentina in May. The popular destination of Puerto Madryn averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Chubut, Argentina during May range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Puerto Madryn.

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

Not particularly. Puerto Madryn averages just 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Chubut, Argentina.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chubut, Argentina?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Chubut, Argentina with often pleasant weather in Puerto Madryn.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, March, April, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Madryn.

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