May weather forecast
El Calafate, Argentina

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Weather in May

As May rolls in, the trend towards colder weather solidifies with a significant drop in daily high temperatures to 7.7°C (45.9°F). Snow makes its first appearance in the form of 2 snowfall days, interrupting the city's regular rain bouts at 31mm (1.22"). Despite the approaching winter, El Calafate enjoys steady daylight for 8.9 hours, with 3.7 hours filled with bursts of warm sunshine. As fall foliage takes over, the city presents a unique spectacle of nature’s stunning hues.

Temperature

A mild drop in El Calafate's average high-temperature is observed in May, transitioning from a cool 12.5°C (54.5°F) in April to a chilly 7.7°C (45.9°F). During the nights in May, El Calafate experiences a consistent average temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in El Calafate is May, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through October are months with snowfall. In May, in El Calafate, snow falls for 2 days. In El Calafate, Argentina, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in El Calafate is 8h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of May, in El Calafate, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 17:56 -03.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in El Calafate, Argentina, is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in El Calafate?

During May, El Calafate experiences an average high-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F) and a low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in El Calafate?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

What is the rainiest month in El Calafate?

The month with the most rainfall in El Calafate is May, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in El Calafate in May?

In El Calafate, Argentina, in May, during 8 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in El Calafate?

In El Calafate, Argentina, during May, snow falls for 2 days.

How many hours of daylight does El Calafate have in May?

In El Calafate, Argentina, the average day length in May is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in El Calafate?

On the first day of May in El Calafate, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 17:56 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does El Calafate have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in El Calafate?

The months with the lowest UV index in El Calafate are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in May in El Calafate?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in El Calafate, Argentina, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average temperature in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (18.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (7.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.8°C).

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Average humidity in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average humidity in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (47%).

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Average rainfall in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average rainfall in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in May: 30.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (30.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7.8mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average rainfall days in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average snowfall days in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average daylight in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average UV index in May
El Calafate, Argentina

Average UV index in May - El Calafate, Argentina
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 1).

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El Calafate, Argentina

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