May is a cold and very dry time for sunbathing in Chile and not really recommended. May is too cold for swimming in Chile for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Chile in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Chile in May is 17°. The average maximum temperature is 18° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average temperature in Chile in May is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 15° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Chile in May is 10°. The minimum temperature is 11° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Chile in May are 10.6 and there are 4.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Chile in May is typically 6 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Chile in May is 14.9° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Chile in May is 0.3cm and on average there are 2.2 rainy days in May making it a very dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Chile in May is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 12° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Chile in May is typically 92.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.3% in the previous month and 93.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Chile in May is typically 78.3%. The average relative humidity is 75% in the previous month and 80.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Chile in May is typically 18kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 20kmh in the previous month and 18kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Chile in May is typically 9kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 10kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Chile in May is from the West-Southwest.
