Weather in Chile for May 2026
So far, May 2026 in Chile is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.8 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Chile predicts a temperature of 20.4 °C, which is cooler than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Chile at the beginning of May is 17.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 21.7 °C by the end of May.
The climate of Chile in May is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 64.6 mm of precipitation.
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Chile Weather May
What’s the Weather Like in Chile This May?
Temperatures trend during May in Chile
May weather in Chile day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Sunny | 16° /6° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| 2 May | Sunny | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Sunny | 19° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Sunny | 19° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 5 May |  Overcast | 18° /9° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May | Sunny | 15° /7° | 6.1 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May | Overcast | 16° /4° | 7.4 mm | 4 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 16° /5° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 9 May | Sunny | 19° /5° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 10 May | Overcast | 21° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 11 May | Sunny | 20° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 20° /9° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May |  Partly cloudy | 20° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Sunny | 21° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 15 May | Sunny | 17° /7° | 0.5 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 16° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 17 May |  Heavy rain at times | 13° /4° | 3.2 mm | 3 | |
| 18 May | Sunny | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Overcast | 17° /8° | 6.2 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Overcast | 18° /7° | 9.4 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Sunny | 16° /7° | 8.6 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /6° | 10.5 mm | 4 | |
| 23 May | Overcast | 13° /6° | 5 mm | 3 | |
| 24 May | Partly cloudy | 15° /7° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May |  Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Sunny | 25° /13° | 0 mm | 3.7 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 20° /11° | 0 mm | 3.2 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 19° /10° | 0 mm | 2.5 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 23° /11° | 0 mm | 3.5 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 25° /14° | 0 mm | 0 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 24° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
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Chile in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chile during May?
How much rainfall should be expected in Chile during May?
What are the typical wind conditions in Chile during May?
Chile water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Pacific Ocean near Chile in May is 12.6 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 12.7 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 12.4 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Chile in May?
- The average water temperature in Chile in May is 12.6 °C.
- Can you swim in Chile in May?
- Cold enough that you lose heat fast. A full 4–5 mm wetsuit (plus hood/gloves for comfort) is advisable for anything beyond a brief plunge.
May rainfall patterns in Chile
UV exposure in Chile during May
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