May weather forecast
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

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Weather in May

The climate in Bahía Blanca continues to chill in May, with the temperature not venturing beyond 16.8°C (62.2°F). The backdrop of the city takes a dramatic turn, painting a beautiful picture with fall colors shining bright against the city gray. The shorter daylight hours and less sunshine mean longer nights to enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife. Rainfall stays at a minimum, with precipitation measuring around 15mm (0.59"), thereby allowing the outdoors to remain accessible for exploration. The sharp crisp air, coupled with moderate humidity, ushers in a serene environment, enriching the overall experience for visitors.

Temperature

Bahía Blanca's progression into May involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F) in April to a refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F). Bahía Blanca records an average nighttime low of 10.6°C (51.1°F) in May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and July, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In Bahía Blanca, in May, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.5 rainfall days, and 280mm (11.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall in Bahía Blanca.

Sea temperature

In Bahía Blanca, the average seawater temperature in May is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C (69.8°F), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:56 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bahía Blanca in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bahía Blanca, records 16.8°C (62.2°F), while the low-temperature is 10.6°C (51.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in February is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Bahía Blanca?

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are most humid months in Bahía Blanca.

What is the average humidity in May in Bahía Blanca?

In May, the average relative humidity in Bahía Blanca, Argentina, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Bahía Blanca in May?

In May, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout May, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bahía Blanca?

In Bahía Blanca, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Bahía Blanca?

In May, the average sea temperature in Bahía Blanca is 17°C (62.6°F). For most, swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Bahía Blanca?

The average day length in May in Bahía Blanca is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bahía Blanca?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 17:56 -03.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bahía Blanca?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bahía Blanca is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bahía Blanca?

In Bahía Blanca, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average temperature in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average pressure in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average pressure in May: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average wind speed in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (16.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average humidity in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (44%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average rainfall in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in May: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average rainfall days in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in May: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (7.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average snowfall days in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average sea temperature in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average sea temperature in May: 17°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (12°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average sunshine days in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average sunshine days in May: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average UV index in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average cloud cover in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in May
Bahía Blanca, Argentina

Average visibility in May - Bahía Blanca, Argentina
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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