Monthly climate guide
La Rioja weather in May
May in La Rioja is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (51°F). The month usually brings about 5 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than April and 3°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 310 km apart, but La Rioja runs about 3°C cooler than Santiago del Estero this month.
- Only 2 months are cooler in La Rioja than May.
- Rain is well below La Rioja's usual level (around 86% less).
- May brings late autumn to La Rioja — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
Avg high
22°C
72°F
Avg low
11°C
51°F
Rainfall
5 mm
very dry
Humidity
63%
relative
Sky
49%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
La Rioja weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 92°F | 21°C / 69°F | 97 mm | 51% | 48% |
| February | 32°C / 89°F | 20°C / 67°F | 87 mm | 59% | 50% |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 17°C / 63°F | 65 mm | 62% | 43% |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 14°C / 58°F | 33 mm | 63% | 45% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 51°F | 5 mm | 63% | 49% |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 44°F | 5 mm | 57% | 41% |
| July | 18°C / 65°F | 6°C / 42°F | 3 mm | 55% | 38% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 8°C / 46°F | 4 mm | 43% | 29% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 11°C / 51°F | 18 mm | 42% | 30% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 58°F | 19 mm | 43% | 39% |
| November | 32°C / 89°F | 18°C / 64°F | 40 mm | 44% | 41% |
| December | 34°C / 92°F | 20°C / 68°F | 67 mm | 46% | 41% |
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 La Rioja?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit La Rioja →Other Argentina cities in May
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La Rioja in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit La Rioja?
May is a reasonable time for La Rioja: highs around 22°C and about 5 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is La Rioja in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (72°F) and average lows about 11°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in La Rioja in May?
La Rioja typically gets around 5 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around La Rioja (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.