El Calafate
May
Weather in El Calafate for May 2026
Your guide to El Calafate weather in May - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, El Calafate usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.
According to El Calafate snow forecast for May 2026, no snow is expected in the next 2 weeks.The forecast for the next days in El Calafate predicts temperatures to be around 5 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in El Calafate at the beginning of May is 4.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 1.9 °C by the end of May.
Precipitation in El Calafate during May is a rare event, with an average of fewer than 2 rainy days.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
28
Dry days
1
Rainy days
2
Snow days
4°/-2°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
75 %
Avg humidity
El Calafate Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in El Calafate
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May weather in El Calafate day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May | Overcast | 4° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May |  Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May |  Partly cloudy | 4° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 May |  Sunny | 3° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 6° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 May | Sunny | 4° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 5° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 May |  Light freezing rain | 4° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May |  Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 May | Sunny | 1° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Sunny | 1° /-1° | 5.2 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 2° /-2° | 1.6 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Cloudy | 3° /-1° | 2.1 mm | 1 cm | |
| 30 May | Cloudy | 2° /-3° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for El Calafate in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the El Calafate forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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El Calafate in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in El Calafate during May?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in El Calafate during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in El Calafate during May, with a total of 53 mm spread over approximately 1 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in El Calafate in May 2026?
El Calafate experiences an average snowfall of 12.6 cm during May, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in El Calafate during May?
The average wind speed in El Calafate during May is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
El Calafate snow forecast May 2026
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On average, El Calafate sees 2 snowy days during May, with approximately 12.6 cm of total snowfall.
May rainfall patterns in El Calafate
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Typically, El Calafate has 1 rainy days in May with a total of 53 mm of rainfall.
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