May weather forecast
Viña del Mar, Chile

May

Weather in May

May brings about significant changes in the weather conditions in Viña del Mar. As the winter phases in, a drop in sunlight hours and a rise in rainfall are visible. Despite the increased cloudiness, the UV index maintains at a comfortable medium level. Visitors can continue to enjoy outdoor activities, mainly when planning around the rainfall. On the darker side, it witnesses the highest wind gust speed for eons, as it reaches a brisk 20km/h (12.4mph), indicating a windy presence in the city.

Temperature

May's advent presents an average high-temperature of a refreshing 18.9°C (66°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. An average low-temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

In Viña del Mar, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Viña del Mar, in May, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Viña del Mar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 33.7 days and collects up to 178mm (7.01") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F).
Note: Dipping in 14.3°C (57.7°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:47 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Viña del Mar?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.9°C (66°F) and 11.5°C (52.7°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 68%.
How many days does it rain in May in Viña del Mar?
In Viña del Mar, in May, during 3.8 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in May?
In May, the average sea temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in May?
In Viña del Mar, Chile, the average day length in May is 10h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:47 -04.
How long on average sun shines in May?
In Viña del Mar, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In Viña del Mar, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average high temperature in May: 18.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average pressure in May: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall in May: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in May: 14.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 2min

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 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in May: 26.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (22.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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