Cesar Weather in May

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

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Valledupar Aguachica

Considering a trip to Cesar, Colombia this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cesar in May

Cesar, Colombia is a region in Colombia. May in Cesar generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Valledupar.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Valledupar with an average of 375 mm (15 in) to heavy rainfall in Aguachica with 444 mm (17 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Valledupar.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Valledupar sees close to 191 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Cesar in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cesar.

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 Cesar

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

Temperature range in Cesar (May)

Precipitation variation in Cesar (May)

Valledupar

In May Valledupar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
191 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
287 mm (11 in)
375 mm (15 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Valledupar →

Aguachica

In May Aguachica generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
316 mm (12 in)
444 mm (17 in)
354 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aguachica →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cesar, in Colombia.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Valledupar 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 375 mm (15 in)
Aguachica 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 444 mm (17 in)

Cesar weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Cesar, Colombia brings poor weather. In Valledupar, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 22°C (72°F).

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

Valledupar averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Valledupar records an average of 375 mm (15 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Cesar, Colombia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Cesar, Colombia?

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

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Valledupar. In contrast, April, May, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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