Cali Weather in May
Colombia · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (86°F)
Avg low22°C (71°F)
Rainfall120 mm (4.7 in)
RatingPoor 2.1/10
Cali in May sees daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), dropping to about 22°C (71°F) at night. The month is wet, with about 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain spread over 19 days. Humidity averages 86%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit Cali?
May is not the best time to visit Cali (2.1/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in July to September.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (86°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C (71°F) |
| Daily mean | 25°C (78°F) |
| Rainfall | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 19 |
| Humidity | 86% |
| Cloud cover | 87% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.7 hours/day |
| Wind | 4.7 km/h |
| vs April | About as warm as April, with 31 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Cali in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Cali weather in other months
Jan30°C / 21°C64 mmFairFeb30°C / 22°C80 mmPoorMar30°C / 22°C110 mmPoorApr30°C / 22°C151 mmPoorMay30°C / 22°C120 mmPoorJun30°C / 21°C73 mmFairJul30°C / 21°C48 mmFairAug31°C / 21°C43 mmFairSep31°C / 21°C58 mmFairOct30°C / 22°C132 mmPoorNov29°C / 22°C144 mmPoorDec29°C / 21°C96 mmPoor
← AprilBest time to visit CaliJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Lima26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Cordoba22°C · 21 mm · Excellent
- Callao26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Arequipa25°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sucre21°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Santiago22°C · 28 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Bogota19°C · 215 mm
- Medellin24°C · 242 mm
- Quito17°C · 117 mm
- Panama City30°C · 264 mm
- Guayaquil35°C · 40 mm
- Cartagena30°C · 183 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.