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Santa Marta Weather in May
May in Santa Marta averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 25°C (77°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 232 mm (9.1 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Santa Marta in May
Expect around 7 days of rain based on historical data, with 232 mm (9.1 in) average. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.
Temperature in Santa Marta in May
Temperatures in Santa Marta in May top out at 29°C (84°F) and drop to 25°C (77°F) overnight. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights are warm at 25°C (77°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Santa Marta in May
The month enjoys around 225 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Marta.
Santa Marta Temperature in May
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
232 mm (9.1 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
76%
Sunshine
225 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Santa Marta Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santa Marta typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
Average temperatures in May
Historical weather records for Santa Marta in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Marta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Santa Marta historical weather extremes in May
Our historical data for Santa Marta spans 1979 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- The hottest May day on record in Santa Marta reached 40°C (104°F) (May 28, 2001).
- The coldest May day was on May 3, 2008, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
- The coldest night in May in Santa Marta was on May 29, 1979, with a minimum of 17°C (63°F).
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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 Santa Marta in May
Warm but pleasant conditions in Santa Marta in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Santa Marta in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping7/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Santa Marta 3-Day Forecast
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