Bariloche · SpringMonth summary
Bariloche weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
39°F – 48°F
🌧 Rainy days
43% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (9.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bariloche in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: May brings a challenging climate (4.1/10). January offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Bariloche in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Bariloche. Temperatures rise (9°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 43% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 50°F | 75°F | 11% | 0.0in | 14.0h | 9.1/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 52°F | 73°F | 16% | 0.0in | 13.2h | 8.6/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 48°F | 66°F | 23% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.5/10 | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ April | 43°F | 57°F | 33% | 0.1in | 9.6h | 6.2/10 | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 39°F | 48°F | 43% | 0.2in | 7.9h | 4.1/10 | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 36°F | 43°F | 53% | 0.2in | 5.7h | 2.0/10 | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 34°F | 41°F | 48% | 0.2in | 6.8h | 2.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 34°F | 43°F | 49% | 0.2in | 8.3h | 3.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 36°F | 48°F | 35% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 5.0/10 | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ October | 39°F | 54°F | 29% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 7.0/10 | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 43°F | 63°F | 26% | 0.1in | 13.1h | 7.3/10 | 5.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 46°F | 68°F | 16% | 0.0in | 14.7h | 8.2/10 | 5.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Bariloche averages 48°F, 43% rainy days and 7.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.1/10.
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Comparison
May vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 9.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +15°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -32%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +6.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bariloche in May
Is May a good time to visit Bariloche?
Conditions are decent (ski score 6.2/10) but not optimal. Check piste conditions before heading out.
Can you ski in Bariloche in May?
Conditions are decent (ski score 6.2/10) but not optimal. Check slope conditions before going.
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