Medellín weather in May (Antioquia, Colombia)
How is May weather typically in Medellín? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
The month of May in Medellín typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 25°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 14°C.
Precipitation
Medellín in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 349 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Climate data suggests that about 22 days will experience rainfall.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Medellín. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, May, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Medellín climate page with graphs.
Medellín, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
14°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
349 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
73%
Sunshine
140 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Colombia in May
Find out more about the weather in Colombia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Medellín, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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