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Colombia Weather in May

May in Colombia brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 89 mm (3.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Colombia in May

Historically, May sees about 6 days of rain, with a monthly average of 89 mm (3.5 in). The rain this month typically falls in concentrated bursts rather than all-day showers. Expect a few heavier spells rather than constant grey skies.

Temperature in Colombia in May

May in Colombia brings high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Wind Speed in Colombia in May

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in May. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

For Colombia itself, June generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Colombia Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
* Data from: Puerto Maldonado, Peru (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in Peru in May

Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in May →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Colombia in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Colombia 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Colombia in May

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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