Tolima Weather in May

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

Planning a getaway to Tolima, Colombia this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tolima in May

Tolima, Colombia is a region in Colombia. May in Tolima generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Ibagué at 25°C (77°F) and very warm in Honda at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Honda and 17°C (63°F) in Ibagué.

For a closer look at conditions across Tolima, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mariquita with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Melgar with 1125 mm (44 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Melgar.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Melgar gets around 159 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Tolima by month

Best Places to Visit in Tolima in May

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

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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 Tolima

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

Temperature range in Tolima (May)

Precipitation variation in Tolima (May)

Melgar

In May Melgar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
932 mm (37 in)
1125 mm (44 in)
1113 mm (44 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Ibagué

In May Ibagué generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
291 mm (11 in)
259 mm (10 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Honda

In May Honda 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Mariquita

In May Mariquita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Carmen de Apicalá

In May Carmen de Apicalá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
535 mm (21 in)
609 mm (24 in)
562 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melgar 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 1125 mm (44 in)
Ibagué 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Honda 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Mariquita 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Carmen de Apicalá 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 609 mm (24 in)
Espinal 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 345 mm (14 in)

Tolima weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Tolima, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melgar average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Tolima, Colombia during May range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Melgar.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Melgar records an average of 1125 mm (44 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Tolima, Colombia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tolima, Colombia?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Melgar.

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