The climate of Mar del Plata in May is humid. An average of 69 mm precipitation is recorded over 9 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in April, the average recorded is 80 mm over 10 days.
Temperatures are rather cool in Mar del Plata in May, but remain tolerable with appropriate clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 16°C, while the minimum falls to about 11°C. The month's average temperature is 14°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Mar del Plata in May: 24°C as a maximum in 2009 and 5°C as a minimum in 2021. We can expect about 8 days with temperatures above 18°, i.e. 26% of the month.
In May, the days last on average 10:04 in Mar del Plata. The sun rises around 07:45 and sets around 17:49.
With favorable weather, the month of May is a good month to travel to Mar del Plata in Argentina.
In May, the most favorable activities in Mar del Plata are: Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Nature and landscapes, Nightlife and Well-being.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Mar del Plata in May: Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Family and attractions, Watersports and Boat trip and cruise.