Puerto Varas

Los Lagos Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Los Lagos, Chile in May.

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Puerto Varas Castro Puerto Montt Ancud

Planning a getaway to Los Lagos, Chile 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 Los Lagos in May

Los Lagos, Chile is a region in Chile. May in Los Lagos generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Futaleufú at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Osorno at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Osorno and 0°C (32°F) in Futaleufú.

For a closer look at conditions across Los Lagos, Chile, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Chonchi with an average of 182 mm (7.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 494 mm (19 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Puerto Varas gets roughly 71 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Los Lagos in May

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

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 Los Lagos

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Los Lagos, Chile?

Temperature range in Los Lagos (May)

Precipitation variation in Los Lagos (May)

Puerto Varas

In May Puerto Varas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
108 hours
71 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
307 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Puerto Varas →

Castro

In May Castro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Castro →

Puerto Montt

In May Puerto Montt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
108 hours
71 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
288 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Puerto Montt →

Ancud

In May Ancud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
229 mm (9 in)
290 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ancud →

Osorno

In May Osorno generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Osorno →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Varas 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)
Castro 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Puerto Montt 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Ancud 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Osorno 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Frutillar 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)

Los Lagos weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Los Lagos, Chile in May?

Los Lagos, Chile typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto Varas average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Los Lagos, Chile in May?

Average temperatures in Los Lagos, Chile during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Puerto Varas.

Does Los Lagos, Chile get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Los Lagos, Chile, with Puerto Varas averaging around 250 mm (9.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Los Lagos, Chile?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Los Lagos, Chile due to the typically poor weather in Puerto Varas.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Puerto Varas. In contrast, April, May, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Los Lagos.

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