Normal weather for Mar del Plata in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Mar del Plata with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
In May, there is an average of 64 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Mar del Plata in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
64 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 8 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Mar del Plata with mild temperatures, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 18°C, with nights close to 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mar del Plata will be around 16°C, with nights close to 7°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Mar del Plata. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Mar del Plata in May
With 26°C, Mar del Plata hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -1°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Mar del Plata
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Mar del Plata, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Mar del Plata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Mar del Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Mar del Plata.
Daily UV Index in May in Mar del Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mar del Plata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Mar del Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Mar del Plata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Mar del Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Mar del Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Mar del Plata
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Average Weather in Mar del Plata by Month
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