The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Chile. Temperatures drop (9°C) and rain returns (24% of days). Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Chile. Compared to April: −4°C daytime, 6 pts more rainy days, −1.3h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-3°
Daylight
10.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Chile is January (8.2/10), 4.0 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Chile
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyChilean Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 19°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 6°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 32%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Chile ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ChileTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.2 → 1.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.00°S · 71.00°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Chile?
January is the best month with 19.0°C highs, 7.0°C lows, 9.6h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Chile get in January?
Chile averages 9.6 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Chile?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Chile in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 7.0°C, while afternoon highs average 19.0°C.
Is Chile good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Chile scores 7.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Chile?
June is the most difficult month to visit Chile, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Chile in May?
The average UV index reaches 3 in May in Chile (moderate), with about 10.2h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.