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Santiago Metropolitan Region Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile in May.

Considering a trip to Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Santiago Metropolitan Region in May

Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile is a region in Chile. Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Valle Nevado at 5°C (41°F) and pleasant in Tiltil at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Tiltil and -5°C (23°F) in Valle Nevado.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tiltil with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in San Alfonso with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Santiago gets approximately 155 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.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santiago Metropolitan Region - and find the best time to visit. (based on Santiago)

Best Places to Visit in Santiago Metropolitan Region in May

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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 Santiago Metropolitan Region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile?

Temperature range in Santiago Metropolitan Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Santiago Metropolitan Region (May)

Santiago

In May Santiago generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
155 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Valle Nevado

In May Valle Nevado generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
155 hours
120 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Puente Alto

In May Puente Alto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
155 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Farellones

In May Farellones generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
155 hours
120 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

San José de Maipo

In May San José de Maipo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
155 hours
120 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Santiago Metropolitan Region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santiago 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Valle Nevado 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Puente Alto 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Farellones 8°C (46°F) -3°C (27°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
San José de Maipo 10°C (50°F) -2°C (28°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Pirque 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Santiago Metropolitan Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile in May?

In May, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile generally has very good weather conditions. Santiago sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile in May?

Daytime temperatures in Santiago peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Santiago averages just 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Santiago, May might be a good time to visit Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Santiago. On the other hand, the month of June tends to have mixed weather conditions.

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