Is May a good month to visit Punta Arenas?

May sits in the autumn period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Punta Arenas in May?

Average highs around 6.5C and lows near 2.6C. Pack thermal layers and a warm jacket for morning and evening activities.

What weather should I expect in Punta Arenas during May?

May typically averages around 4.6C, with about 64.1mm of rain across 11 days.

Punta Arenas, Chile

Punta Arenas in May

Punta Arenas, Chile

Visiting Punta Arenas in May means experiencing the autumn. During autumn, Punta Arenas offers crisp air, changing colours, and a cosy atmosphere.

SeasonAutumn

Travel StyleHeritage

Cost$$$

Weather in Punta Arenas in May

Average highs around 6.5C and lows near 2.6C. 64.1mm average precipitation and about 11 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Punta Arenas. Pack thermal layers and a warm jacket for morning and evening activities.

Avg High6.5C

Avg Low2.6C

Rainy Days11

Precipitation64.1mm

Daylight8.6h/day

Sunshine4.7h/day

Wind27.5 km/h

UVlow

Humiditymoderate

Temperature

May brings autumn conditions in Punta Arenas, Chile. The average temperature is about 4.6C, with lows near 2.6C and highs around 6.5C.

Sunshine Hours

Punta Arenas, Chile usually gets around 4.7 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 8.6 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 64.1mm of rainfall over about 11 days. Rain can occur for around 4 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally moderate for Punta Arenas, Chile, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Punta Arenas in May

Punta Arenas in May