Salta Province

Salta Province Weather in May

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

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Salta Tartagal Iruya Cafayate

Planning a journey to Salta Province, Argentina this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Salta Province in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Iruya at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Tartagal at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Tartagal and 2°C (36°F) in Iruya.

To explore the conditions in Salta Province, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Carlos with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to high rainfall in La Caldera with 146 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Salta gets around 165 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Salta Province in May

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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 Salta Province

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

Temperature range in Salta Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Salta Province (May)

Salta

In May Salta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
165 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Salta →

Tartagal

In May Tartagal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tartagal →

Iruya

In May Iruya generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Iruya →

Cafayate

In May Cafayate generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cafayate →

San Lorenzo

In May San Lorenzo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
165 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in San Lorenzo →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Salta Province, in Argentina.

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 Salta Province in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Salta 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Tartagal 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Iruya 16°C (61°F) 2°C (36°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Cafayate 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
San Lorenzo 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Cachí 16°C (61°F) 1°C (34°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Salta Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Salta Province, Argentina brings tolerable weather. In Salta, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

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

Average temperatures in Salta Province, Argentina during May range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Salta.

Does Salta Province, Argentina get a lot of rain in May?

Salta Province, Argentina sees substantial rainfall in May. Salta typically averages about 124 mm (4.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Salta, May might be a good time to visit Salta Province, Argentina.

On average, the best time to visit Salta Province, Argentina is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Salta. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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