Weather in May in Mendoza Province
Planning a trip to Mendoza Province this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Mendoza Province in May?
Mendoza Province is a region in Argentina. Mendoza Province offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is very cold in Los Penitentes at -3°C and pleasant in General Alvear at 20°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C in General Alvear and -13°C in Los Penitentes.For specific regional insights in Mendoza Province, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Martín with an average of 18 mm to high rainfall in Las Lenas with 137 mm.Average sunshine
Mendoza enjoys a balanced 185 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For a more detailed look at Mendoza Province's conditions throughout the year, check out our Mendoza Province climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Argentina, check out our Mendoza Province's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Mendoza Province?
Mendoza
In May Mendoza generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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San Rafael
In May San Rafael generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Chacras de Coria
In May Chacras de Coria generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Potrerillos
In May Potrerillos generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Maipú
In May Maipú generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Mendoza Province, in Argentina.
Is May the best time to visit Mendoza Province?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Mendoza, May may not be the ideal time to visit Mendoza Province.
Generally speaking, February, March, April, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Mendoza. On the other hand, the month of May tends to have tolerable weather conditions.
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