May is distinguished by noticeable weather changes in
San Carlos de Bariloche, particularly a 156mm (6.14") spike in rainfall. It marks the transition from autumn to winter - temperatures plummet, and daylight hours drop concurrently. The UV index dips significantly, signaling the waning intensity of the sun. Visitors and residents begin to feel the winter chill intensifying as the month progresses. As May gives way to
June, the weather continues on its path towards winter, with an upward trend in rainfall and a downswing in temperatures.
Temperature
The beginning of May marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 15°C (59°F) in
April to a fresh 10°C (50°F). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature in San Carlos de Bariloche,
Argentina, averages to a wintry 1°C (33.8°F).
Rainfall
In May, in San Carlos de Bariloche, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 156mm (6.14") of precipitation is accumulated. In San Carlos de Bariloche, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 1060mm (41.73") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of May, in San Carlos de Bariloche, sunrise is at 09:00 and sunset at 18:25 -03.
Sunshine
May through
July, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in San Carlos de Bariloche.
UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in May transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.