May weather forecast
Mar del Plata, Argentina

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of the winter season, with noticeable drops in temperature and increasing overcast skies. Observing the provided data, May has the highest relative humidity level at 76% as the city warms up towards winter. The daylight hours reduce, but the scenery is still complemented by a fair amount of sunshine. Residents switch their wardrobes to heavier clothing, as this month calls for warmth and comfort.

Temperature

In the transition to May, Mar del Plata observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from 19.1°C (66.4°F) in April to a still refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F). Mar del Plata encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the May nights, with a low-temperature average of 10.9°C (51.6°F).

Humidity

In Mar del Plata, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mar del Plata, in May, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Mar del Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.4 days and collects up to 418mm (16.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mar del Plata, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Mar del Plata, in May, the average water temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).
Note: Entering waters of 14.8°C (58.6°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Mar del Plata is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Mar del Plata, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:39 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mar del Plata is 5.9h.

UV index

In Mar del Plata, Argentina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mar del Plata in May?

During May, Mar del Plata experiences an average high-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low-temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Mar del Plata in May?

In May, in Mar del Plata, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

What is the water temperature in May in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, in May, the average water temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F). Swimming in 14.8°C (58.6°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Mar del Plata have in May?

The average day length in May in Mar del Plata is 10h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mar del Plata?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Mar del Plata, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 17:39 -03.

How long on average sun shines in May in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, Argentina, the average sunshine duration in May is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mar del Plata?

In Mar del Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average temperature in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 10.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average pressure in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average wind speed in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average wind speed in May: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (18.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average humidity in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (66%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average rainfall in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in May: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average rainfall days in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and November (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average snowfall days in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

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Average sea temperature in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average sea temperature in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average sea temperature in May: 14.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (10.4°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average sunshine days in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May, June and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average UV index in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (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
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average cloud cover in May - Mar del Plata, Argentina
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in May
Mar del Plata, Argentina

Average visibility in May - Mar del Plata, 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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Mar del Plata, Argentina

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