Is May a good month to visit Medellin?

May sits in the wet season period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Medellin in May?

Average highs around 26.1C and lows near 16.5C. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

What weather should I expect in Medellin during May?

May typically averages around 21.3C, with about 259.6mm of rain across 25 days.

Medellin, Colombia

Medellin in May

Medellin, Colombia

Visiting Medellin in May means experiencing the wet season. As a tropical destination, expect warm temperatures year-round with higher rainfall and humidity.

SeasonWet season

Travel StyleAdventure

Cost$

Weather in Medellin in May

Average highs around 26.1C and lows near 16.5C. 259.6mm average precipitation and about 25 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Medellin. Pack quick-dry clothing and a light waterproof layer for May.

Avg High26.1C

Avg Low16.5C

Rainy Days25

Precipitation259.6mm

Daylight12.4h/day

Sunshine8.5h/day

Wind7.8 km/h

UVmoderate

Humidityhumid

Temperature

May brings wet season conditions in Medellin, Colombia. The average temperature is about 21.3C, with lows near 16.5C and highs around 26.1C.

Sunshine Hours

Medellin, Colombia usually gets around 8.5 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 12.4 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 259.6mm of rainfall over about 25 days. Rain can occur for around 10.5 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally humid for Medellin, Colombia, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Medellin in May

Medellin in May