May weather forecastCatamarca, Argentina

May

Weather in May

Weather in the month of May in Catamarca presents a unique blend of colder temperatures and reduced precipitation. With noticeable conditions including a drastic drop in temperature to 17.8°C (64°F), May presents a considerable change from April's conditions. Visitors and locals alike should expect a progressively colder atmosphere as the city moves into June. The weather also offers notably more sunshine, a trend mirrored in the increased daylight hours.

Temperature

May in Catamarca witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from April's pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F) to an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 8.4°C (47.1°F) at night.

Humidity

In Catamarca, Argentina, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In May, in Catamarca, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. In Catamarca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 870mm (34.25") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Catamarca, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of May, in Catamarca, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 18:34 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Catamarca is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Catamarca are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

In Catamarca, in May, the average high-temperature is 17.8°C (64°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.4°C (47.1°F).

In Catamarca, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

In May, in Catamarca, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In May, the average day length in Catamarca, Argentina, is 10h and 42min.

On the first day of May in Catamarca, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 18:34 -03.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Catamarca is 8.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Catamarca, Argentina, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average high temperature in May: 17.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average rainfall in May: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (189mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Catamarca, Argentina

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).