May · Argentina
Best time to visit Salta in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Salta in May
Average temperature 11°C, 4 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Salta scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Salta's colonial squares and Andean trains open Argentina's north-west canyon country.
May in Salta — reliably good (5th best month)
Expect 11°C (51°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 4 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Salta — 1.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Salta in May?
- In May, Salta averages 11°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Salta?
- May earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Salta in May?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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