May Weather in Medellin

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%.

12°C (54°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (65°F)

Average temperature

26°C (80°F)

Maximum temperature

88%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

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.

320 mm (12.6 inches)

Precipitation

29 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 56 minutes

Sunshine hours

6%

Chance of sun

UV Index

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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
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

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