May Weather in Punta Arenas

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Punta Arenas, Chile, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 5°C (41°F). Highs can soar to 11°C (51°F), while lows may dip to -1°C (31°F). Typically, the humidity level in Punta Arenas throughout May hovers around 90%.

-1°C (31°F)

Minimum temperature

5°C (41°F)

Average temperature

11°C (51°F)

Maximum temperature

90%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Punta Arenas averages 70 mm (2.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 8 hours 31 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 3 hours 23 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

70 mm (2.8 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

3 hours 23 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Punta Arenas reaches a maximum of 2, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 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 0 0 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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