May · Colombia
Best time to visit Guatapé in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guatapé in May
Average temperature 22°C, 274 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 274 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Guatapé scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 274 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guatapé is a lakeside town in Antioquia, Colombia, below the huge rock of El Peñol and its painted houses.
May in Guatapé: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 22°C (71°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 274 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 7.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Guatapé — 2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guatapé in May?
- In May, Guatapé averages 22°C, 274 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Guatapé?
- May earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guatapé in May?
- Expect about 274 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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