Pucón in May

In May, Pucón averages 14°C (58°F) during the day and 9°C (47°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 16 days of the month see precipitation (273 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

May is one of the wetter and less comfortable months in Pucón. If your dates are flexible, consider a different time of year.

14°C
Avg high
9°C
Avg low
16
Rain days
273 mm
Rainfall

How May compares to the rest of the year in Pucón

8th
warmest month of the 12
4th
wettest month of the 12
11%
of yearly rainfall falls in May
10 h 0 min
daylight on the 15th

May is in the middle of the year for warmth in Pucón (8th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (4th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (17°C). May runs 3°C cooler than April (17°C) and cools 3°C in June (11°C).

May sunrise & sunset in Pucón

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:44 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:44 PM
Day length
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Times shown for Pucón local time (America/Santiago), calculated for the 15th of May. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Pucón — May

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of May, in Pucón's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:44 AM – 7:24 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:24 AM – 8:24 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:04 PM – 6:04 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:04 PM – 6:44 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Pucón in May

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on May's tier (Shoulder) and Pucón's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — May in Pucón

Shoulder

Pucón is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — May in Pucón

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
5.6
Moderate
Use SPF 15-30 for prolonged outdoor exposure; sunglasses recommended at peak hours.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Pucón in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 23°C / 73°F 14°C / 56°F 83 mm 7
February 23°C / 74°F 14°C / 58°F 52 mm 6
March 21°C / 69°F 13°C / 55°F 118 mm 9
April 17°C / 62°F 11°C / 51°F 180 mm 13
May 14°C / 58°F 9°C / 47°F 273 mm 16
June 11°C / 52°F 6°C / 43°F 409 mm 19
July 10°C / 51°F 5°C / 42°F 374 mm 20
August 12°C / 53°F 6°C / 42°F 357 mm 20
September 13°C / 56°F 6°C / 43°F 219 mm 15
October 15°C / 60°F 8°C / 46°F 182 mm 14
November 18°C / 64°F 10°C / 50°F 119 mm 12
December 21°C / 69°F 12°C / 54°F 101 mm 9

Other cities with similar May weather

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Pucón in May?

In May, Pucón averages a high of 14°C (58°F) and a low of 9°C (47°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Pucón in May?

May is quite rainy in Pucón, with about 16 rainy days on average.

Is May a good time to visit Pucón?

May is cool but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Pucón in May?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full May packing list for Pucón for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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