May weather forecastAntofagasta, Chile

May

Weather in May

May marks a transition towards cooler climates in Antofagasta. The winds pick up speed to an average of 10.9km/h (6.8mph), offering a fresh feel to the air. The comfortable weather conditions of the previous months continue despite the gradual drop in sea temperatures. The daylight hours become slightly shorter, setting the stage for longer, peaceful nights. May's tranquility makes it a delight for those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere.

Temperature

With the arrival of May, Antofagasta's average high-temperature registers at a still agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. The average temperature in Antofagasta during May nights dips to a moderate 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 70%.

Rainfall

January through May, September through December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 16.9°C (62.4°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:02 -04.

Sunshine

In Antofagasta, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In May, in Antofagasta, the average high-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

In Antofagasta, rain does not fall in January through May, September through December.

In Antofagasta, in May, it doesn't rain. In June, it rains.

In May, the average sea temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F). For most, swimming in 16.9°C (62.4°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).

In Antofagasta, Chile, the average day length in May is 10h and 58min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 18:02 -04.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Antofagasta are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

21.7°C

20.8°C

19.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13km/h

11.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

1.1

0.4

0.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

29.9

30.6

29.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

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Average temperature in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average high temperature in May: 20.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average wind speed in May: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).

Average rainfall in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall in May: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (1.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sea temperature in May: 16.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average daylight in May: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sunshine days in May: 30.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Antofagasta, Chile

Average cloud cover in May: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in May
Antofagasta, Chile

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).