End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 9.7 in (246 mm) falling in Medellín, alongside highs near 74°F (24°C) and lows of 63°F (17°C).
With a comfort score of 41/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 9.7 in (246 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 87%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 41/100 · Tough
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 74°F (24°C).
Lows average 63°F (17°C).
Humidity averages 90%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.7 in (246 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 87%.
Plan around May
May is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, April – June.
- Comfort slips from 44/100 in April to 41/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 74°F
- Quick-dry fabrics90% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Medellín in May
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Comuna 13
Hillside neighborhood transformed by outdoor escalators, murals and hip-hop, best seen with a local guide.
Pergamino Café
Specialty coffee bar sourcing from Antioquian farms, with pour-overs and cold brew.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.7 in of rain.
Carmen
Chef-run restaurant in El Poblado pairing Colombian ingredients with modern technique.
Why now Easy to slot in when May's rain moves in.
Mondongo's
Popular Medellín institution for mondongo soup and bandeja paisa.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter May days.
Guatapé and El Peñol
Climb 700-plus steps up a granite monolith over a reservoir, then walk Guatapé's painted streets.
Nearby in May
- Salento in May~111 mi · highs 70°F, 6.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in May~148 mi · highs 65°F, 8.1 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in May~287 mi · highs 85°F, 7.0 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,848 m to Medellín's ~1,481 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Medellín in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Medellín?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 41/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are January & February. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 9.7 in (246 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Medellín in May?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in May?
Yes: about 9.7 in (246 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 74°F), quick-dry fabrics (90% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Medellín in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.