El Calafate
May
Weather in El Calafate for May 2025
Your guide to El Calafate weather in May - trends and predictions
Snowfall in El Calafate during May is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to El Calafate snow forecast for May 2025, 3 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Tuesday, 6 May.The forecast for the next days in El Calafate predicts temperatures to be around 2 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in El Calafate at the beginning of May is 3.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 1.7 °C by the end of May.
El Calafate experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 7 rainy days and a total precipitation of 18.5 mm.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
23
Dry days
7
Rainy days
1
Snow days
2°/-1°
Temperatures
10 km/h
Avg max wind
70 %
Avg humidity
El Calafate Weather May
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| 12 1° | 13  1° | 14 2° | 15 0° | 16 4° | 17  4° | 18 3° |
| 19 2° | 20 2° | 21 5° | 22 3° | 23 0° | 24 0° | 25 0° |
| 26 1° | 27 3° | 28 3° | 29 3° | 30 1° | 31 1° |
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Temperatures trend during May in El Calafate
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 May | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May | Partly cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Partly cloudy | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May | Heavy snow | 1° /-1° | 27.6 mm | 13 cm | |
| 7 May | Fog | 0° /-3° | 11.8 mm | 3 cm | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | -1° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 May | Light freezing rain | 1° /-5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 May | Light sleet | 1° /-4° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 May | Light sleet | 2° /-3° | 2.2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 12 May | Partly cloudy | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Cloudy | 1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 May | Cloudy | 2° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 May | Fog | 0° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 May | Partly cloudy | 4° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 May | Sunny | 4° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May | Sunny | 3° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Overcast | 5° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 0° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 May | Sunny | 0° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Sunny | 0° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 1° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 3° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /1° | 7.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Cloudy | 3° /0° | 3.8 mm | 2 cm | |
| 30 May | Cloudy | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 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.
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 2° 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?
Expect minimal rainfall in El Calafate during May, with a total of 18.5 mm over approximately 7 days. This minimal precipitation is unlikely to significantly impact plans.
Will it snow in El Calafate in May 2025?
El Calafate typically sees 2 cm of snowfall during May.
What are the typical wind conditions in El Calafate during May?
The average wind speed in El Calafate during May is 10 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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