Monthly climate guide
Santiago weather in May
May in Santiago is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 20°C (69°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (46°F). The month usually brings about 27 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than April and 4°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Santiago is usually about 5°C warmer than Valparaíso, 100 km away, in May.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 4°C lower by June.
- May brings late autumn to Santiago — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- It's wetter than a typical month in Santiago — roughly 60% more rain than average.
Avg high
20°C
69°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
27 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
38%
relative
Sky
68%
cloud · often cloudy
Santiago weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 7 mm | 32% | 34% |
| February | 29°C / 85°F | 15°C / 58°F | 9 mm | 32% | 31% |
| March | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 56°F | 6 mm | 30% | 35% |
| April | 24°C / 76°F | 11°C / 51°F | 12 mm | 33% | 52% |
| May | 20°C / 69°F | 8°C / 46°F | 27 mm | 38% | 68% |
| June | 16°C / 62°F | 4°C / 40°F | 48 mm | 47% | 70% |
| July | 16°C / 61°F | 4°C / 39°F | 28 mm | 50% | 71% |
| August | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 40°F | 25 mm | 48% | 69% |
| September | 20°C / 69°F | 6°C / 43°F | 12 mm | 45% | 66% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 7°C / 45°F | 14 mm | 39% | 63% |
| November | 27°C / 80°F | 11°C / 51°F | 7 mm | 31% | 45% |
| December | 29°C / 83°F | 13°C / 55°F | 8 mm | 30% | 35% |
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?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Santiago →Other Chile cities in May
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Santiago in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Santiago?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Santiago, with highs around 20°C and about 27 mm of rain.
How warm is Santiago in May?
Average highs are about 20°C (69°F) and average lows about 8°C (46°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Santiago in May?
Santiago typically gets around 27 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Santiago (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.