May 8 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Montevideo. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 18°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Montevideo, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Montevideo
Currency
UYU
$ Uruguayan peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.795
Montevideo Weather Forecast for May 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Montevideo in May
Based on historical data for May 8, Montevideo typically experiences temperatures between 13.5°C and 18°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Montevideo
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1018 hPa
Medium volatility
Montevideo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.1°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Uruguay
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Recommended
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~25
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Montevideo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:27
☀️ Noon
12:42
🌇 Sunset
17:57
⏱️ Daylight
10h 29m
Wind Speed
19.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Montevideo
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Montevideo on May 8 averages 18°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Montevideo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Montevideo Worth Visiting on May 8?
Planning a trip to Montevideo on May 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 25 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Uruguay, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.6°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.65m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.5°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 9.8°C in 2020.