San Carlos de Bariloche

Nahuel Huapi National Park Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in May.

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San Carlos de Bariloche Villa La Angostura Dina Huapi Villa Traful

Planning a trip to Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Nahuel Huapi National Park in May

Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina is a region in Argentina. May in Nahuel Huapi National Park generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in San Carlos de Bariloche.

To explore the conditions in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dina Huapi with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Villa La Angostura with 223 mm (8.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take San Carlos de Bariloche as an example - it receives around 131 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Nahuel Huapi National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nahuel Huapi National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Carlos de Bariloche)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March18°C (64°F) April13°C (55°F) May8°C (46°F) June5°C (41°F) This monthJuly4°C (39°F) August6°C (43°F) September8°C (46°F) October11°C (52°F) November15°C (59°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nahuel Huapi National Park in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nahuel Huapi National Park.

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 Nahuel Huapi National Park

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina?

Temperature range in Nahuel Huapi National Park (May)

Precipitation variation in Nahuel Huapi National Park (May)

San Carlos de Bariloche

In May San Carlos de Bariloche generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in San Carlos de Bariloche →

Villa La Angostura

In May Villa La Angostura generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Villa La Angostura →

Dina Huapi

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

« April
May
June »
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 sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Villa Traful

In May Villa Traful generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
131 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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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 Nahuel Huapi National Park in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Carlos de Bariloche 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Villa La Angostura 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Dina Huapi 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Villa Traful 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)

Nahuel Huapi National Park weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in May?

Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Carlos de Bariloche average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina in May?

Daytime temperatures in San Carlos de Bariloche peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in May, dropping to about 0°C (32°F) overnight.

Does Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina. Average rainfall in San Carlos de Bariloche sits around 137 mm (5.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in San Carlos de Bariloche, May may not be the ideal time to visit Nahuel Huapi National Park, Argentina.

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in San Carlos de Bariloche. The weather in May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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