Weather in Medellín in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit Medellín. Medellín has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 27°C, lows of 17°C, and approximately 24 rainy days per month.
27°C
17°C
24days
12.4h
Is May a good time to visit Medellín?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
5:47 AM
6:11 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 16°C | 10 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 27°C | 16°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 26°C | 16°C | 24 | Wet |
| April | 26°C | 17°C | 28 | Wet |
| May | 27°C | 17°C | 24 | Wet |
| June | 26°C | 16°C | 18 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 25°C | 16°C | 23 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 26°C | 16°C | 22 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 26°C | 16°C | 25 | Wet |
| October | 25°C | 16°C | 29 | Wet |
| November | 24°C | 16°C | 28 | Wet |
| December | 25°C | 16°C | 29 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Medellín? +
May is typically Wet for visiting Medellín, with average highs of 27°C and around 24 rainy days.
What should I pack for Medellín in May? +
With highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in May? +
Medellín typically sees around 24 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Medellín in May? +
In May, Medellín gets approximately 12.4 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Medellín? +
No, May is not peak season in Medellín. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Medellín? +
The best months to visit Medellín are December, January, February, June, July, August, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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