Norte de Santander Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Norte de Santander, Colombia in May.

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Cúcuta

Planning a trip to Norte de Santander, Colombia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Norte de Santander in May

Norte de Santander, Colombia is a region in Colombia. May in Norte de Santander generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Cúcuta. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Norte de Santander, Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 106 mm (4.2 in) in Cúcuta.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Cúcuta gets approximately 180 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Norte de Santander by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Norte de Santander — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cúcuta)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Norte de Santander in May

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

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 Norte de Santander

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Norte de Santander, Colombia?

Cúcuta

In May Cúcuta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
180 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
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Norte de Santander weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norte de Santander, Colombia in May?

Expect poor weather across Norte de Santander, Colombia in May. The popular destination of Cúcuta averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Norte de Santander, Colombia in May?

Daytime temperatures in Cúcuta peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in May, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Norte de Santander, Colombia get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Norte de Santander, Colombia. Average rainfall in Cúcuta sits around 106 mm (4.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Norte de Santander, Colombia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Cúcuta, May may not be the ideal time to visit Norte de Santander, Colombia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly tolerable weather in Cúcuta. On the other hand, the months of May, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Norte de Santander.

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