May weather forecastIquique, Chile

May

Weather in May

May signals the onset of colder weather in Iquique. The city is marked by a consistent drop in temperature and humidity. Daylight hours dip to 11.2, but the weather remains mostly clear with 9.8 hours of sunshine granting the city bright and sunny days. The sea temperature declines to 19.1°C (66.4°F), potentially impacting water-related activities. With minimal rainfall of around 1mm (0.04"), the drier conditions predominantly dictate the May weather in Iquique.

Temperature

In May, Iquique experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still agreeable 20.6°C (69.1°F), closely mirroring the climate in April. The nighttime temperature dips to a moderate 15.4°C (59.7°F) on average during May.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Iquique, in May, it is raining for 0.8 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation. In Iquique, during the entire year, the rain falls for 17.8 days and collects up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Iquique, the average seawater temperature in May is 19.1°C (66.4°F).
Note: Swimming in water of 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:07 -04.

Sunshine

January, February, April, May, July and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during May is 20.6°C (69.1°F) and the low-temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).

The months with the highest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In Iquique, Chile, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

In May, the rain falls for 0.8 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Iquique, in May, the average water temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). Swimming in 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in May in Iquique, Chile, is 11h and 10min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:07 -04.

The months with the least sunshine in Iquique are January, February, April, May, July and December, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Iquique, Chile, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's 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

21.9°C

20.6°C

19.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.6km/h

11.6km/h

11.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

2.2

0.8

1.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

27.7

28.3

26.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Iquique, Chile

Average high temperature in May: 20.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (18°C).

Average low temperature in May: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Iquique, Chile

Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Iquique, Chile

Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Iquique, Chile

Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, August, September, October, November and December (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Iquique, Chile

Average rainfall in May: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Iquique, Chile

Average rainfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (2.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Iquique, Chile

Average sea temperature in May: 19.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).

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

Average daylight in May: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are March, June, August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, April, May, July and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Iquique, Chile

Average sunshine days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (24.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Iquique, Chile

Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Iquique, Chile

Average cloud cover in May: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 16).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Iquique, 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).