What is the weather like in Medellín in May?

Expect temperatures between 17°C and 26°C with 79% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Medellín in May?

Medellín in May scores 59/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Medellín in May?

May in Medellín is ideal for: Business travelers.

Medellín Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 13

Avg Low

17°C

Coolest around day 24

Rainy Days

31days

79% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Medellín

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Currency

COP

$ Colombian peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.729

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

47/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

May

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

157

Jan

143

Feb

149

Mar

166

Apr

168

May

145

Jun

132

Jul

149

Aug

139

Sep

137

Oct

142

Nov

164

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)

Cartagena de Indias Rafael Nuñez (CTG)

Santa Marta Simón Bolívar (SMR)

Santiago de Cali Alfonso Bonilla Aragon (CLO)

Tocumen (PTY)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Colombia.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Colombia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Colombia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Colombia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Colombia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas <1,700 m (<5,600 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in the cities of Bogotá (the capital), Cartagena, or MedellínDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(50%)P. vivax(50%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Medellín?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(59/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape Medellín's May: expect 79% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

79% rain probability, 8.8mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

89% average humidity

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Ideal temperature range

25.8°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
89% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
79% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
96% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Medellín in May averages 26°C with 79% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Medellín in May

What are the temperatures in Medellín in May?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 17°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Medellín in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Medellín in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Medellín?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Medellín Weather in May

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