Monthly climate guide
Catamarca weather in May
May in Catamarca is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (71°F) and night-time lows near 9°C (49°F). The month usually brings about 8 mm of rain (very dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late autumn in Catamarca — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Catamarca than May.
- Rain is well below Catamarca's usual level (around 81% less).
- Just 170 km apart, but Catamarca runs about 3°C cooler than Santiago del Estero this month.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
9°C
49°F
Rainfall
8 mm
very dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
57%
cloud · often cloudy
Catamarca weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 65°F | 105 mm | 61% | 55% |
| February | 30°C / 85°F | 18°C / 64°F | 102 mm | 67% | 58% |
| March | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 68 mm | 69% | 54% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 13°C / 55°F | 40 mm | 71% | 57% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 49°F | 8 mm | 71% | 57% |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 6°C / 43°F | 11 mm | 64% | 46% |
| July | 19°C / 66°F | 5°C / 41°F | 4 mm | 59% | 45% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 7°C / 44°F | 5 mm | 48% | 32% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 10°C / 50°F | 9 mm | 46% | 38% |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 13°C / 55°F | 31 mm | 49% | 50% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 16°C / 60°F | 51 mm | 52% | 49% |
| December | 32°C / 89°F | 18°C / 64°F | 81 mm | 55% | 49% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is May a good time to visit Catamarca?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Catamarca →Other Argentina cities in May
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Catamarca in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Catamarca?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Catamarca, with highs around 22°C and about 8 mm of rain.
How warm is Catamarca in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 9°C (49°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Catamarca in May?
Catamarca typically gets around 8 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Catamarca (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.