Puerto Natales

Patagonia Chile Weather in May

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

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Puerto Natales Punta Arenas Puerto Montt Coyhaique

Considering a trip to Patagonia Chile, 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 Patagonia Chile in May

Patagonia Chile, Chile is a region in Chile. May in Patagonia Chile generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Puerto Natales at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Puerto Montt at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Puerto Montt and 0°C (32°F) in Puerto Natales.

To explore the conditions in Patagonia Chile, Chile in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta Arenas with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Montt with 237 mm (9.3 in).

Explore Patagonia Chile by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Patagonia Chile — and find the best time to visit. (based on Puerto Natales)

January15°C (59°F) February15°C (59°F) March14°C (57°F) April11°C (52°F) May7°C (45°F) This monthJune4°C (39°F) July4°C (39°F) August6°C (43°F) September8°C (46°F) October11°C (52°F) November12°C (54°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Patagonia Chile in May

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

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 Patagonia Chile

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

Temperature range in Patagonia Chile (May)

Precipitation variation in Patagonia Chile (May)

Puerto Natales

In May Puerto Natales generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°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
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Punta Arenas

In May Punta Arenas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
97 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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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
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Coyhaique

In May Coyhaique generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
85 hours
66 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Patagonia Chile in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Natales 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Punta Arenas 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Puerto Montt 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Coyhaique 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)

Patagonia Chile weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Patagonia Chile, Chile in May?

May in Patagonia Chile, Chile brings poor weather. In Puerto Natales, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near 0°C (32°F).

What is the average temperature in Patagonia Chile, Chile in May?

Puerto Natales averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 0°C (32°F).

Does Patagonia Chile, Chile get a lot of rain in May?

Patagonia Chile, Chile sees substantial rainfall in May. Puerto Natales typically averages about 121 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Patagonia Chile, Chile?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Patagonia Chile, Chile with often poor weather in Puerto Natales.

On average, the best time to visit Patagonia Chile, Chile is in January, February, March and December with generally unpleasant weather in Puerto Natales.

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