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Antioquia Weather in May

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

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Medellín Santa Fe de Antioquia Rionegro Guatapé

Are you planning a trip a to Antioquia, Colombia in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Antioquia in May

Antioquia, Colombia is a region in Colombia. Antioquia, Colombia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Sopetran at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in Gesen at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Gesen and 14°C (57°F) in Sopetran.

For specific regional insights in Antioquia, Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Gesen with an average of 194 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Jardin with 555 mm (22 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Medellín.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Medellín as an example - it receives around 140 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Antioquia in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Antioquia

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

Temperature range in Antioquia (May)

Precipitation variation in Antioquia (May)

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.

« April
May
June »
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
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Medellín →

Santa Fe de Antioquia

In May Santa Fe de Antioquia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°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
386 mm (15 in)
377 mm (15 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Santa Fe de Antioquia →

Rionegro

In May Rionegro 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°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
356 mm (14 in)
327 mm (13 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Rionegro →

Guatapé

In May Guatapé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
140 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
292 mm (11 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Guatapé →

Jardin

In May Jardin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
140 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
507 mm (20 in)
555 mm (22 in)
415 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jardin →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 349 mm (14 in)
Santa Fe de Antioquia 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 377 mm (15 in)
Rionegro 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 327 mm (13 in)
Guatapé 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 292 mm (11 in)
Jardin 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 555 mm (22 in)
San Jerónimo 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 363 mm (14 in)

Antioquia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antioquia, Colombia in May?

Antioquia, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Medellín average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Antioquia, Colombia in May?

Average temperatures in Antioquia, Colombia during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Medellín.

Does Antioquia, Colombia get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Antioquia, Colombia peaks during May. Medellín averages roughly 349 mm (14 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Antioquia, Colombia?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Antioquia, Colombia with often poor weather in Medellín.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly pleasant weather in Medellín. On the other hand, the weather in March, April, May, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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