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El Cocuy Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F), May in El Cocuy brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that May is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in El Cocuy in May
El Cocuy is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 244 mm (9.6 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in El Cocuy in May
In May, expect moderate temperatures in El Cocuy, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit El Cocuy. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
El Cocuy Temperature in May
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
72%
Precipitation
244 mm (9.6 in)
Rainy days
22 days
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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 El Cocuy in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in El Cocuy in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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