What is the weather like in Puerto Natales in May?

Expect temperatures between 1°C and 6°C with 34% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Puerto Natales in May?

Puerto Natales in May scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Puerto Natales in May?

May in Puerto Natales is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Puerto Natales Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

6°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

1°C

Coolest around day 27

Rainy Days

30days

34% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Puerto Natales

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Currency

CLP

$ Chilean peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.84

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Remote

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Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Santiago Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL)

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Chile.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Chile. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Chile.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Chile.Rabies is present in bats.If rabies exposures occur while in Chile, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Puerto Natales?

👌Good option with minor considerations(62/100)

Short Answer

May brings winter conditions to Puerto Natales with 6°C average highs. The 34% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

85% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis), Hantavirus

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only undefined°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
85% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 40/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Puerto Natales in May averages 6°C with 34% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Puerto Natales in May

What are the temperatures in Puerto Natales in May?

Daytime highs average 6°C, nights drop to 1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Puerto Natales in May?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Puerto Natales in May?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is May peak season in Puerto Natales?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Puerto Natales Weather in May

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