May weather forecastPortillo, Chile

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the autumn in Portillo, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 2.2°C (36°F) and an average low of -6.2°C (20.8°F).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in May, reducing from a chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F) in April to an icy 2.2°C (36°F). In Portillo, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold -6.2°C (20.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Portillo, during May, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Portillo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.7 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout May, 280mm (11.02") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.2 snowfall days, and 2183mm (85.94") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of May, in Portillo, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:42 -04.

Sunshine

In Portillo, Chile, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in May translates into these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 2.2°C (36°F) and -6.2°C (20.8°F) respectively.

In Portillo, Chile, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

In Portillo, in May, during 2.9 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Portillo, Chile, during May, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 280mm (11.02") of snow.

In Portillo, Chile, the average day length in May is 10h and 26min.

On the first day of May in Portillo, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:42 -04.

In Portillo, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average high temperature in May: 2.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (12°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (2.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-12.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average pressure in May: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January, February and December (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average humidity in May: 53%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (38%).

Average rainfall in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average rainfall in May: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average snowfall in May: 280mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (621mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (18mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average snowfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and March (1.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (18 days).

Average UV index in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in May
Portillo, Chile

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).