May Weather in Salta

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Salta, Argentina, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (53°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (74°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Salta throughout May hovers around 74%.

1°C (35°F)

Minimum temperature

11°C (53°F)

Average temperature

23°C (74°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Salta averages 120 mm (4.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 53 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 53% probability of sunny days during this period.

120 mm (4.7 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 50 minutes

Sunshine hours

53%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Salta reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 3 5 7 8 8 6 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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