What May feels like in Medellin
Being almost on the equator, Medellin stays warm all year; May is one more month of heat and humidity rather than a change of season. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay mild. Thick, humid air means clothes cling and the heat feels stronger than the number.
Rain in Medellin in May
Dry days are the exception, with rain on most days. When rain comes it is heavy, about 10.7 mm (0.4 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. Across the year Medellin averages about 8.7 mm per rainy day, so May is typical. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in May
In mid-May, sunrise is at about 5:46 am and sunset at about 6:10 pm (local time) — 12 h 24 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-April (9 min longer). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 69% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
May is the 5th coolest month of the year in Medellin. It is about as warm as April, with 5 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 25.8°C (78.4°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Medellin in May
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Medellin in May?
It feels warm: typical highs are 25.6°C (78.1°F), with lows near 16.7°C (62.1°F).
Does it rain a lot in Medellin in May?
Quite a lot — 300 mm spread over about 28 days.
What should I wear in Medellin in May?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is May or June better for visiting Medellin?
June, clearly: it ranks #7 of 12 among Medellin's months, against #11 for the other. June has fewer rainy days.