ColombiaThe weather in May in Bogotá
It's pleasantly warm in May in Bogotá with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Bogotá. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bogotá, Colombia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2022, Bogotá reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 210 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Bogotá
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bogotá. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bogotá | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 210 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 25 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bogotá with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 20°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bogotá is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bogotá, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bogotá
Temperature in May in Bogotá over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bogotá, Colombia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bogotá
Total precipitation in May in Bogotá over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bogotá
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bogotá, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bogotá by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bogotá. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.