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Leticia Weather in May

May in Leticia brings very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.

Rainfall in Leticia in May

As part of the rainy season, Leticia sees around 23 days of rain in May, with an average of 271 mm (11 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Leticia in May

Leticia in May gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night. If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. Nights stay warm at around 23°C (73°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Leticia in May

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 151 hours of sunlight expected. Even though this month is part of the rainy season, you could still see the sun every now and then.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Leticia. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Leticia Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 271 mm (11 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Leticia typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).

Average temperatures in May

Historical weather for Leticia in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Leticia spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Leticia historical weather extremes in May

Based on weather observations in Leticia between 1994 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.

  • The warmest day in May was on May 20, 2005, with a maximum of 34°C (93°F).
  • The coldest May day was on May 25, 2007, with a maximum of 21°C (70°F).
  • The coldest night in May in Leticia was on May 25, 2007, with a minimum of 18°C (64°F).

Best Places in Colombia in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Leticia in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Leticia in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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