Neuquén Province Weather in May

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

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San Martín de los Andes Neuquén Villa Pehuenia Plottier

Planning a getaway to Neuquén Province, 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 Neuquén Province in May

Neuquén Province, Argentina is a region in Argentina. Neuquén Province, Argentina offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Villa Meliquina at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Neuquén at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Neuquén and -1°C (30°F) in Villa Meliquina.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Villa El Chocón with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Moquehue with 200 mm (7.9 in).

Explore Neuquén Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Neuquén Province - and find the best time to visit. (based on San Martín de los Andes)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March18°C (64°F) April13°C (55°F) May9°C (48°F) June5°C (41°F) July4°C (39°F) August6°C (43°F) This monthSeptember8°C (46°F) October11°C (52°F) November15°C (59°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Neuquén Province in May

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

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 Neuquén Province

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

Temperature range in Neuquén Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Neuquén Province (May)

San Martín de los Andes

In May San Martín de los Andes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable 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 snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in San Martín de los Andes →

Neuquén

In May Neuquén generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
149 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Neuquén →

Villa Pehuenia

In May Villa Pehuenia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
278 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Villa Pehuenia →

Plottier

In May Plottier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
149 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Plottier →

Moquehue

In May Moquehue generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
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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 Neuquén Province in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Martín de los Andes 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Neuquén 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Villa Pehuenia 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Plottier 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Moquehue 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)
Caviahue 9°C (48°F) -2°C (28°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)

Neuquén Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Neuquén Province, Argentina in May?

Neuquén Province, Argentina typically experiences less favorable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Martín de los Andes average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Neuquén Province, Argentina in May?

Average temperatures in Neuquén Province, Argentina during May range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in San Martín de los Andes.

Does Neuquén Province, Argentina get a lot of snow/rain in May?

Rainfall in Neuquén Province, Argentina peaks during May. San Martín de los Andes averages roughly 168 mm (6.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Neuquén Province, Argentina?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Neuquén Province, Argentina due to the typically less favorable weather in San Martín de los Andes.

Generally speaking, January and February provide excellent weather in San Martín de los Andes. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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