Colombia in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Columbia in may 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Colombia. These forecasts are probabilities for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Bogota
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
58°F
Partly Cloudy
31% of time
30%
24%
11%
Weather at 12pm
67°F
Moderate rain at times
61% of time
19%
14%
7%
Weather at 6pm
58°F
Moderate rain at times
50% of time
24%
16%
6%
Weather at 3am
54°F
40%
18%
17%
13%
Where to go in Columbia in may?
Where to go in Columbia in may: destination map
Where to go in each region in may?
| Amazon region of Colombia (Leticia, Mitú, La Chorrera...) | 83°F to 86°F | 7 à 25 days | bad weather* | |
| Andean Highlands (Bogota, Medellin, Salento...) | 61°F to 95°F | 8 à 31 days | very bad weather* | |
| Caribbean coast of Colombia (Cartagena, Barranquilla, Punta Gallinas...) | 83°F to 94°F | 10 à 28 days | 83°F to 86°F | good weather* |
| Orinoquía and Northeast Colombia (Yopal, San José del Guaviare, Inirida (Cerros de Mavecure)...) | 81°F to 90°F | 9 à 25 days | bad weather* | |
| Pacific coast of Colombia (Santiago de Cali, Tumaco, Nuqui...) | 63°F to 85°F | 15 à 29 days | 83°F to 85°F | very bad weather* |
Where should you go in Columbia in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Columbia in may ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
May is not the best month to spend holidays in Colombia. The weather in Santa Marta and Tumaco is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you risk you to be soaked by rain frequently. Nonetheless, if you don't plan a deckchair & cocktails by the pool trip but rather visiting museums or hiking, this climate may suit. In addition, there are certainly fewer tourists during this period.
It's even worse in Bogota, Armenia, Santiago de Cali, Barranquilla, Medellin, Manizales, Cartagena, Leticia and Pereira and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is not advisable to visit these areas in may.
Climate in Columbia in may
Climate in Bogota in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Bogota is 61°F (maximum temperature is 67°F and minimum temperature is 58°F). The climate is quite cold in that area in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing warm. With 12in over 17 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your stay. Consider to bring rain clothes.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (56%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 12:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Cartagena in may
In may, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is burning in that locality in this month. With 12.2in over 17 days, rainfall can happen during your journey. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad weather, may is not the best time to go in this city in Colombia.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (54%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:35 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Medellin in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 61°F (for an average temperature of 70°F). The climate quite comfortable there in the month of may. With 25.5in over 28 days, you will suffer the rain for your holidays. Consider to bring clothes for rain.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 25.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 28 day(s) (89%) | ||
| Humidity | 94% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 54% | ||
| Length of day | 12:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Santiago de Cali in may
In may, the mean temperature in Santiago de Cali is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 65°F). The climate pleasant there in the month of may. With 24.2in over 26 days, the weather is rather to rain throughout your trip. So remember to pack clothes for rain.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 24.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 26 day(s) (84%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 12:17 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Barranquilla in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 8.4in over 11 days, rain may occur for your trip. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a bad weather, may is not the best time to go in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (37%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 29% | ||
| Length of day | 12:37 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Columbia in may
| Bogota in may | tolerable weather |
| Cartagena in may | tolerable weather |
| Medellin in may | very bad weather |
| Santiago de Cali in may | very bad weather |
| Barranquilla in may | good weather |
| Bucaramanga in may | very bad weather |
| Inirida (Cerros de Mavecure) in may | very bad weather |
| La Chorrera in may | bad weather |
| Leticia in may | good weather |
| Mitú in may | bad weather |
| Nuqui in may | very bad weather |
| Punta Gallinas in may | good weather |
| Salento in may | bad weather |
| San José del Guaviare in may | very bad weather |
| Tumaco in may | bad weather |
| Yopal in may | good weather |
| Amacayacu Natural National Park in may | bad weather |
| Arauca in may | good weather |
| Arboletes in may | bad weather |
| Armenia in may | bad weather |
| Mutis (Bahía Solano) in may | very bad weather |
| Barranco Minas in may | bad weather |
| Barú in may | tolerable weather |
| Bocas de Aracataca in may | tolerable weather |
| Buenaventura (Valle del Cauca) in may | very bad weather |
| Buritaca in may | good weather |
| Cabo de La Vela in may | good weather |
| Caño Cristales in may | very bad weather |
| Casuarito in may | good weather |
| Ciénaga in may | tolerable weather |
| Ciudad Perdida in may | tolerable weather |
| Covenas in may | bad weather |
| Cravo Norte in may | good weather |
| Cumaribo in may | bad weather |
| Dibulla in may | good weather |
| Galerazamba in may | good weather |
| Guatapé in may | very bad weather |
| Isla Del Gallo in may | bad weather |
| Isla Gorgona in may | very bad weather |
| Isla Malpelo in may | bad weather |
| Jardín (Antioquia) in may | very bad weather |
| La Boquilla in may | tolerable weather |
| La Primavera in may | bad weather |
| Las Canoas in may | tolerable weather |
| Los Córdobas in may | bad weather |
| Los Nevados in may | very bad weather |
| Manizales in may | very bad weather |
Weather data for Colombia in may:
Weather data for Colombia in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Columbia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Columbia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Colombia.