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Carmen de Apicalá weather in May (Tolima, Colombia)

What does the weather outlook for Carmen de Apicalá look like in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, Carmen de Apicalá usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C.

Precipitation

Carmen de Apicalá in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 609 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. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 159 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Carmen de Apicalá. January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Carmen de Apicalá climate page with graphs.

 

Carmen de Apicalá, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 609 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 159 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (55 KM, 34 Miles).

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.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

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