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Colombia weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
50°F – 64°F
🌧 Rainy days
69% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Colombia in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Not the best window: 69% rain risk and 9.8h of sunshine. September is much safer.
By trip type
Colombia in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Colombia. Temperatures rise (18°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 69% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (7.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 48°F | 66°F | 47% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 50°F | 66°F | 59% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 50°F | 64°F | 75% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 50°F | 64°F | 69% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 50°F | 64°F | 69% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 50°F | 63°F | 64% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 48°F | 61°F | 65% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 48°F | 63°F | 41% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 48°F | 64°F | 34% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 48°F | 64°F | 55% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 50°F | 64°F | 65% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 48°F | 64°F | 49% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Colombia averages 64°F, 69% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -35%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Colombia in May
Is May a good time to visit Colombia?
May is an acceptable time for Colombia (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (7.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Colombia in May?
Yes, 69% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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