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Jujuy Weather in May

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

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Tilcara Purmamarca La Quiaca Maimará

Planning a getaway to Jujuy, Argentina 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 Jujuy in May

Jujuy, Argentina is a region in Argentina. May in Jujuy generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Termas de Reyes at 15°C (59°F) and pleasant in Libertador General San Martín at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Libertador General San Martín and 4°C (39°F) in Termas de Reyes.

For specific regional insights in Jujuy, Argentina, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Susques with an average of 1.4 mm (0.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in San Salvador de Jujuy with 179 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Tilcara gets approximately 161 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Jujuy by month

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

January19°C (66°F) February19°C (66°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May17°C (63°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October19°C (66°F) November19°C (66°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jujuy in May

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

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 Jujuy

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

Temperature range in Jujuy (May)

Precipitation variation in Jujuy (May)

Tilcara

In May Tilcara generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
161 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tilcara →

Purmamarca

In May Purmamarca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
161 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Purmamarca →

La Quiaca

In May La Quiaca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
299 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in La Quiaca →

Maimará

In May Maimará generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
161 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Maimará →

Huacalera

In May Huacalera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Huacalera →

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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 Jujuy in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tilcara 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Purmamarca 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
La Quiaca 19°C (66°F) 1°C (34°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Maimará 17°C (63°F) 2°C (36°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Huacalera 17°C (63°F) 2°C (36°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Libertador General San Martín 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Jujuy weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Jujuy, Argentina in May. The popular destination of Tilcara averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this month.

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

In Tilcara, the average daytime high in May is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Jujuy, Argentina. Tilcara averages only about 39 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Jujuy, Argentina?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Jujuy, Argentina with overall tolerable weather in Tilcara. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Tilcara. In contrast, January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.

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