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ColombiaThe weather in May in Cali
It's hot in May in Cali with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Cali. 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 Cali, 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 34°C in 2020, Cali reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 22°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 488 mm of precipitation, spread over 31 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Cali
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cali. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Cali | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 488 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 31 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cali with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cali is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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.
The hurricane season in Cali runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Cali for all months and discover the best travel time
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Cali, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Cali
Temperature in May in Cali over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Cali, 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 Cali
Total precipitation in May in Cali over the years
Daily UV index in May in Cali
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cali, 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 Cali by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cali. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.