Tierra del Fuego

Tierra del Fuego Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina in May.

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Ushuaia Río Grande Tolhuin

Planning a getaway to Tierra del Fuego, 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 Tierra del Fuego in May

Tierra del Fuego, Argentina is a region in Argentina. May in Tierra del Fuego generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Ushuaia to 8°C (46°F) in Río Grande. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Río Grande and -2°C (28°F) in Ushuaia. May is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Río Grande with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Ushuaia with 72 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during May. Ushuaia receives roughly 70 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Tierra del Fuego by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tierra del Fuego - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ushuaia)

January12°C (54°F) February12°C (54°F) March10°C (50°F) April8°C (46°F) May4°C (39°F) June2°C (36°F) This monthJuly2°C (36°F) August3°C (37°F) September5°C (41°F) October8°C (46°F) November10°C (50°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tierra del Fuego in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tierra del Fuego.

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 Tierra del Fuego

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina?

Temperature range in Tierra del Fuego (May)

Precipitation variation in Tierra del Fuego (May)

Ushuaia

In May Ushuaia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
70 hours
42 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ushuaia →

Río Grande

In May Río Grande 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 less favorable 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)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Río Grande →

Tolhuin

In May Tolhuin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Tolhuin →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tierra del Fuego, 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 Tierra del Fuego in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ushuaia 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Río Grande 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Tolhuin 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Tierra del Fuego weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina in May?

Tierra del Fuego, Argentina typically experiences less favorable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ushuaia average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina in May?

Average temperatures in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina during May range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Ushuaia.

Does Tierra del Fuego, Argentina get a lot of snow/rain in May?

Not particularly. Ushuaia averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of snow/rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Tierra del Fuego, Argentina.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tierra del Fuego, Argentina?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Tierra del Fuego, Argentina due to the typically less favorable weather in Ushuaia.

Generally speaking, provide less favorable weather in Ushuaia.

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