Vaupés Department Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Vaupés Department, 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 Vaupés Department in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Mitú. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 373 mm (15 in) in Mitú. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Mitú.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Mitú typically sees 107 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Vaupés Department by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vaupés Department — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mitú)

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vaupés Department in May

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

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 Vaupés Department

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Vaupés Department, Colombia?

Mitú

In May Mitú generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
107 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
318 mm (13 in)
373 mm (15 in)
359 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vaupés Department, in Colombia.

Vaupés Department weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vaupés Department, Colombia in May?

Vaupés Department, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Mitú average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Vaupés Department, Colombia in May?

Average temperatures in Vaupés Department, Colombia during May range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Mitú.

Does Vaupés Department, Colombia get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mitú records an average of 373 mm (15 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Vaupés Department, Colombia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vaupés Department, Colombia?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Vaupés Department, Colombia due to the typically poor weather in Mitú.

On average, the best time to visit Vaupés Department, Colombia is in January with generally unpleasant weather in Mitú.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Vaupés Department.

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