Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Medellin, Colombia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (65°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Medellin throughout May hovers around 88%.
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In May, Medellin averages 320 mm (12.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 23 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 6% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Medellin reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||