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Valledupar weather in May (Cesar, Colombia)

What can you expect from the weather in Valledupar during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Valledupar generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 22°C.

Valledupar in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 375 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 191 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Valledupar. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Valledupar climate page with graphs.

 

Valledupar, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 375 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 191 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in May

Find out more about the weather in Colombia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Valledupar in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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