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ColombiaThe weather in May in Popayán
It's pleasantly warm in May in Popayán with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 13°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Popayán. 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 Popayán, 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 29°C in 2023, Popayán reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 246 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Popayán
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Popayán. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Popayán | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 246 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 27 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Popayán with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 22°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Popayán is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°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.
The hurricane season in Popayán runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Popayán, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Popayán
Temperature in May in Popayán over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Popayán, 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 Popayán
Total precipitation in May in Popayán over the years
Daily UV index in May in Popayán
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Popayán, 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 Popayán by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Popayán. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.