May · Chile
Best time to visit Arica in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Arica in May
Average temperature 19°C, 1 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Arica scores 6.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Arica is Chile’s northern tip city-year-round mild beach weather, Morro headland, and routes toward Peru and Putre. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
May in Arica — workable with trade-offs
May averages 19°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 1 mm for the month, with about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Arica in May?
- In May, Arica averages 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Arica?
- May earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Arica in May?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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