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Risaralda Weather in May

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

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Pereira Santa Rosa de Cabal Cerritos Dosquebradas

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

What to Expect in Risaralda in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal to 26°C (79°F) in Cerritos. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Cerritos and 14°C (57°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Santa Rosa de Cabal with an average of 698 mm (27 in) to heavy rainfall in Dosquebradas with 1417 mm (56 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Pereira gets approximately 159 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Risaralda 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 Risaralda

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

Temperature range in Risaralda (May)

Precipitation variation in Risaralda (May)

Pereira

In May Pereira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
1302 mm (51 in)
1385 mm (55 in)
1713 mm (67 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pereira →

Santa Rosa de Cabal

In May Santa Rosa de Cabal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
597 mm (24 in)
698 mm (27 in)
355 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Rosa de Cabal →

Cerritos

In May Cerritos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
998 mm (39 in)
1023 mm (40 in)
1173 mm (46 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cerritos →

Dosquebradas

In May Dosquebradas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
1322 mm (52 in)
1417 mm (56 in)
1755 mm (69 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dosquebradas →

Belén de Umbría

In May Belén de Umbría 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)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
745 mm (29 in)
834 mm (33 in)
818 mm (32 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Belén de Umbría →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 1385 mm (55 in)
Santa Rosa de Cabal 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 698 mm (27 in)
Cerritos 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 1023 mm (40 in)
Dosquebradas 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 1417 mm (56 in)
Belén de Umbría 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 834 mm (33 in)

Risaralda weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Risaralda, Colombia in May. The popular destination of Pereira averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

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

In Pereira, the average daytime high in May is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Risaralda, Colombia, with Pereira averaging around 1385 mm (55 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Risaralda, Colombia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Risaralda, Colombia with overall perfect weather in Pereira. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Risaralda, Colombia is in with generally poor weather in Pereira.

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