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Colombia Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombia in May.

Planning a trip to Colombia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Colombia in May

In May, Colombia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Ipiales at 16°C (61°F) to very warm in Gesen at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Gesen and 8°C (46°F) in Ipiales.

To explore the conditions in Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in El Boquerón with 1647 mm (65 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Bogotá receives about 83 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit 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).

Popular Destinations in Colombia

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (May)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (May)

Bogotá

In May Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
83 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In May Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
192 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In May Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
225 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In May San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
253 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
153 mm (6 in)
257 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
16 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In May Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
140 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
342 mm (13 in)
349 mm (14 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombia in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Cartagena 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 349 mm (14 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 1385 mm (55 in)

Colombia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in May?

Colombia typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bogotá average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Colombia in May?

In Bogotá, the average daytime high in May is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Colombia peaks during May. Bogotá averages roughly 162 mm (6.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Colombia with overall pleasant weather in Bogotá. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Bogotá. The weather in February, March, April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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