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ColombiaThe weather in May in Colombia
It's warm in May in Colombia with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Colombia, 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 31°C in 2023, Colombia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 567 mm of precipitation, spread over 30 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Colombia
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Colombia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Colombia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 567 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 30 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Colombia with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 27°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Colombia is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°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 Colombia, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Colombia
Temperature in May in Colombia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Colombia, 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 Colombia
Total precipitation in May in Colombia over the years
Daily UV index in May in Colombia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Colombia, 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 Colombia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Colombia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.