Weather in El Calafate & Patagonia in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit El Calafate & Patagonia. El Calafate & Patagonia has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 7°C, lows of 2°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.
7°C
2°C
13days
9h
Is May a good time to visit El Calafate & Patagonia?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
9:16 AM
6:16 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 8°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 16°C | 8°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 15°C | 9°C | 15 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 11°C | 5°C | 9 | Good |
| May | 7°C | 2°C | 13 | Wet |
| June | 3°C | -3°C | 11 | Good |
| July | 1°C | -4°C | 8 | Good |
| August | 3°C | -3°C | 13 | Wet |
| September | 7°C | 1°C | 8 | Good |
| October | 11°C | 3°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| November | 14°C | 7°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 15°C | 7°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit El Calafate & Patagonia? +
May is typically Wet for visiting El Calafate & Patagonia, with average highs of 7°C and around 13 rainy days.
What should I pack for El Calafate & Patagonia in May? +
With highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
Does it rain a lot in El Calafate & Patagonia in May? +
El Calafate & Patagonia typically sees around 13 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in El Calafate & Patagonia in May? +
In May, El Calafate & Patagonia gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in El Calafate & Patagonia? +
No, May is not peak season in El Calafate & Patagonia. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit El Calafate & Patagonia? +
The best months to visit El Calafate & Patagonia are October, November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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