Colombia Medellín Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Medellín is moderate
Medellín Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 28° / 18°
- Rainfall
- 195mm · 19 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Medellín in May averages a high of 28°C and low of 18°C with 195mm of rain over about 19 days. Peak of the first rainy season — warm around 28°C/18°C and the wettest stretch, with frequent heavy afternoon downpours. Light clothing, a reliable rain jacket or umbrella, and water-resistant shoes. High UV (10) between showers — keep SPF on.
May is moderate for Medellín.
May is typically Medellín's wettest month, the peak of the first rainy season. The temperature holds at the mild 28°C/18°C, but rainfall is high (about 195mm) with frequent, heavy afternoon and evening downpours; mornings remain the best window for outdoor plans.
The upside is that the city and the surrounding Antioquian hills are at their lushest and greenest, and it's a quiet, good-value stretch between the major holiday periods — easier bookings and lower prices.
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Medellín May Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
19
195mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
71%
muggy
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 16
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
29°C
Nighttime
18°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 16 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Greenest, lushest landscapes of the year
- Quiet, good-value shoulder period
- Mild eternal-spring warmth
- Mornings usually workable
Cons
- Wettest month of the year (195mm)
- Frequent heavy afternoon downpours
- Paragliding may be weather-cancelled
- Fewer clear-sky photo opportunities
May Events & Festivals
- Peak of the first rainy season (Apr-May)
- Greenest landscapes of the year
- Quieter, good-value travel between holiday periods
Medellín in May — Full Picture
May is typically Medellín's wettest month, the peak of the first rainy season. The temperature holds at the mild 28°C/18°C, but rainfall is high (about 195mm) with frequent, heavy afternoon and evening downpours; mornings remain the best window for outdoor plans.
The upside is that the city and the surrounding Antioquian hills are at their lushest and greenest, and it's a quiet, good-value stretch between the major holiday periods — easier bookings and lower prices.
Structure days around the rain: morning Comuna 13, Metrocable, or Guatapé, with afternoons for museums (Museo de Antioquia, Casa de la Memoria), the El Poblado/Laureles café scene, or a coffee-tasting indoors. Most downpours are short and intense rather than continuous.
Note: pack a dependable rain jacket and water-resistant shoes, expect possible paragliding cancellations, and keep SPF on for the strong sun between showers.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Peak of the first rainy season — warm around 28°C/18°C and the wettest stretch, with frequent heavy afternoon downpours. Light clothing, a reliable rain jacket or umbrella, and water-resistant shoes. High UV (10) between showers — keep SPF on.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current27.7°C
18°C
17/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28°C
17°C
14.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.3°C
17°C
18.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
28°C
17°C
10.7/mo
Medellín Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 28° | 17° | 10d·65mm | 6.5h | 64% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 28° | 17° | 10d·70mm | 6.5h | 63% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 28° | 18° | 14d·115mm | 5.5h | 66% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 27° | 18° | 18d·175mm | 4.5h | 70% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 18° | 19d·195mm | 4.5h | 71% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 28° | 17° | 15d·130mm | 5.5h | 67% | 11 | Moderate | Peak | |
| July (Best) | 28° | 17° | 14d·115mm | 6h | 65% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 17° | 15d·125mm | 6h | 66% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 17° | 17d·165mm | 5h | 68% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 27° | 17° | 20d·200mm | 4h | 71% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 27° | 17° | 18d·165mm | 4.5h | 71% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 28° | 17° | 12d·85mm | 6h | 66% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Medellín?
Medellín in May is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Medellín in May?
Medellín May averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Medellín in May?
Medellín May averages 195mm of rainfall over about 19 rainy days.
What should I wear in Medellín in May?
Peak of the first rainy season — warm around 28°C/18°C and the wettest stretch, with frequent heavy afternoon downpours. Light clothing, a reliable rain jacket or umbrella, and water-resistant shoes. High UV (10) between showers — keep SPF on.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Medellín in May?
Medellín May sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 18:05, with 12h 05min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Medellín in May?
Medellín May air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Medellín in May?
In May, Medellín is great for Morning outdoor sights before the rain, Indoor museums & coffee tastings, Lush coffee-hill day trip.
Is May peak season in Medellín?
Medellín May crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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