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Antofagasta in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Antofagasta in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Antofagasta in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Antofagasta in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +70°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 13 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 10 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
10 mm
Total precipitation
92%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antofagasta has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Antofagasta in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antofagasta for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +70°F with a maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +54°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +66°F.

Is Antofagasta warm or cold in May?

Antofagasta is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +61°F to +59°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Antofagasta:

Water temperature in Antofagasta in May

Water in Antofagasta in May is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +67°F, with an average of +64°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +70°F.

In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Antofagasta are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +71°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +59°F.

Can you swim in Antofagasta in May?

Water temperature (+64°F) in Antofagasta in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Antofagasta in May

Antofagasta weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+72°F+70°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+55°F+50°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+79°F+84°F+81°F
Rainfall
8 mm10 mm11 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F+64°F+62°F
Humidity
93%92%91%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
7910
Cloudy days
10910
Rainy days
131310
Snowy days
000

May often has better weather than April. It’s getting colder in May. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +70°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 8 mm to 10 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 93% to 92%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 7 to 9.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Antofagasta in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Antofagasta is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Antofagasta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 11 mm, with a 26% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
May is one of the rainiest months in Antofagasta, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Antofagasta wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 11 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Antofagasta?

This is the weather in Antofagasta in May 2023:
1 May
☁️
+69°F
2 May
🌧️
+65°F
3 May
☁️
+65°F
4 May
☁️
+68°F
5 May
☀️
+69°F
6 May
☀️
+69°F
7 May
☀️
+68°F
8 May
☀️
+69°F
9 May
☀️
+70°F
10 May
☀️
+71°F
11 May
☀️
+71°F
12 May
☁️
+73°F
13 May
☀️
+73°F
14 May
☀️
+75°F
15 May
☀️
+75°F
16 May
☁️
+73°F
17 May
☀️
+74°F
18 May
☀️
+71°F
19 May
🌧️
+69°F
20 May
🌧️
+68°F
21 May
☀️
+73°F
22 May
☀️
+71°F
23 May
☀️
+69°F
24 May
☀️
+71°F
25 May
☁️
+69°F
26 May
☁️
+69°F
27 May
☁️
+70°F
28 May
☀️
+72°F
29 May
☀️
+71°F
30 May
☀️
+69°F
31 May
☀️
+67°F
In May 2023 Antofagasta had 20 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 93%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 76%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Antofagasta climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Antofagasta in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2022 (+69°F) and the highest in 1997 (+74°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 25 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1991 with 128 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antofagasta in May:

Is May a good time to visit Antofagasta?

May is a really good time to go to Antofagasta. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Antofagasta.

Can you sunbathe in Antofagasta in May?

May has mild temperatures in Antofagasta. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Antofagasta in May?

In general, you can swim in Antofagasta in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Antofagasta rainy in May?

Antofagasta is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Antofagasta in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Antofagasta in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Chile

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Monthly weather in Antofagasta

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antofagasta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.