Monthly climate guide
Santiago del Estero weather in May
May in Santiago del Estero is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 25°C (76°F) and night-time lows near 12°C (53°F). The month usually brings about 19 mm of rain (very dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than April and 3°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 13°C apart.
- Seasonally, May counts as late autumn in Santiago del Estero — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Santiago del Estero than May.
- Rain is well below Santiago del Estero's usual level (around 69% less).
Avg high
25°C
76°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
66%
cloud · often cloudy
Santiago del Estero weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°C / 96°F | 21°C / 70°F | 158 mm | 61% | 62% |
| February | 34°C / 93°F | 20°C / 69°F | 117 mm | 66% | 64% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 103 mm | 68% | 60% |
| April | 29°C / 83°F | 16°C / 60°F | 54 mm | 70% | 63% |
| May | 25°C / 76°F | 12°C / 53°F | 19 mm | 72% | 66% |
| June | 22°C / 71°F | 8°C / 46°F | 18 mm | 70% | 57% |
| July | 22°C / 71°F | 7°C / 44°F | 3 mm | 64% | 58% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 9°C / 48°F | 7 mm | 52% | 42% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 12°C / 54°F | 12 mm | 46% | 45% |
| October | 33°C / 91°F | 16°C / 61°F | 55 mm | 47% | 55% |
| November | 35°C / 94°F | 18°C / 65°F | 82 mm | 51% | 52% |
| December | 36°C / 97°F | 21°C / 69°F | 104 mm | 55% | 57% |
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 Santiago del Estero?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Santiago del Estero →Other Argentina cities in May
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Santiago del Estero in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Santiago del Estero?
May is a reasonable time for Santiago del Estero: highs around 25°C and about 19 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Santiago del Estero in May?
Average highs are about 25°C (76°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Santiago del Estero in May?
Santiago del Estero typically gets around 19 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Santiago del Estero (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.