Bolivar weather in May
Considering a trip to Bolivar this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Bolivar in May?
Bolivar is a region in Colombia. May in Bolivar generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Isla Grande at 30°C to very warm in Mompos at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Mompos and 27°C in Isla Grande. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Isla Grande with an average of 156 mm to heavy rainfall in Mompos with 365 mm. Meanwhile, Cartagena enjoys approximately 192 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in Bolivar for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Bolivar climate page.
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Average weather in Cartagena
In May Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Isla Grande
In May Isla Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Barú
In May Barú generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Tierra Bomba
In May Tierra Bomba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Ararca
In May Ararca generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Bolivar?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Cartagena, May might be a good time to visit Bolivar.
On average, the best time to visit Bolivar is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Cartagena. On the other hand, the months of September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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