Vichada Department Weather in May

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

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Puerto Carreño

Planning a journey to Vichada Department, Colombia this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vichada Department in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Puerto Carreño. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Vichada Department, Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 374 mm (15 in) in Puerto Carreño.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Puerto Carreño as an example - it receives around 144 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Vichada Department in May

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

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

Puerto Carreño

In May Puerto Carreño generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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May
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April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
144 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
374 mm (15 in)
446 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
21 days
25 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Puerto Carreño →

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Vichada Department weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Vichada Department, Colombia brings poor weather. In Puerto Carreño, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Puerto Carreño peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in May, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Vichada Department, Colombia, with Puerto Carreño averaging around 374 mm (15 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Vichada Department, Colombia is in December with generally unpleasant weather in Puerto Carreño.

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