Normal weather for La Serena in May
It's cool to moderate in May in La Serena with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
In May, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The water temperature at La Serena is 17°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit on the chilly side.
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in La Serena. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
La Serena in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
18°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
21 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 8 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in La Serena with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 18°C, with nights close to 11°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 La Serena will be around 18°C, with nights close to 10°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 25°C, La Serena hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 6°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in La Serena
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in May in La Serena, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of May. Based on historical data, it shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in La Serena
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for La Serena, 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 4 days of rain in La Serena.
Daily UV Index in May in La Serena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in La Serena, 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 La Serena Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in La Serena, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in La Serena Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in La Serena, 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 La Serena
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Average Weather in La Serena by Month
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