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May is a wet month in Gachetá

Climate Overview

Gachetá, Colombia in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.2°C (72°F). Rain falls on about 30 days this month, totalling around 258 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 22°C (72°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 258 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 22.4°C (72°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 0°C cooler with 3 more rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
22°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 18°C
Rain
30 days · 258 mm
Sunshine
8.5h / day
Humidity
91% — Very Humid
Wind
7 km/h
Wind Direction
SE (131°)
Gusts
33 km/h
Daylight
12.3 h
Cloud Cover
94%
Clear Sky Days
0
UV Index
7 — High
Dew Point
18°C — Humid
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 3 mm 6 mm 9 mm 12 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:41
Daylight 12.3h
Sunset 18:01

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Wet
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
19days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.5 Very High
February best
Wet
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 17°C
Rain
22days (147 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 18°C
Rain
27days (232 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
8.6 Very High
April
Wet
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 18°C
Rain
27days (274 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
22°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 18°C
Rain
30days (258 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
7 High
June
Wet
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
24°C / 17°C
Rain
29days (231 mm) Wet
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
7.4 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
21°C / 15°C
Feels Like
23°C / 16°C
Rain
30days (218 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
7 High
August
Wet
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 16°C
Rain
26days (141 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
8.2 Very High
September best
Wet
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 15°C
Rain
25days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.9 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
23°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 16°C
Rain
27days (190 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
8.6 Very High
November
Wet
Temp
23°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 17°C
Rain
27days (230 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
December best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
20days (118 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 22°C / 15°C 25°C / 16°C 19days (103 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 85% Humid 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
February best 23°C / 16°C 25°C / 17°C 22days (147 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 86% Very Muggy 8 Very High Wet View Details
March 23°C / 16°C 26°C / 18°C 27days (232 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 89% Very Muggy 8.6 Very High Wet View Details
April 23°C / 16°C 26°C / 18°C 27days (274 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 90% Very Muggy 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
May 22°C / 16°C 25°C / 18°C 30days (258 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 91% Very Muggy 7 High Wet View Details
June 21°C / 16°C 24°C / 17°C 29days (231 mm) Wet 8.7h Good 91% Very Muggy 7.4 Very High Wet View Details
July 21°C / 15°C 23°C / 16°C 30days (218 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 91% Very Muggy 7 High Wet View Details
August 22°C / 15°C 24°C / 16°C 26days (141 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 88% Very Muggy 8.2 Very High Wet View Details
September best 22°C / 15°C 26°C / 15°C 25days (129 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 87% Very Muggy 8.9 Very High Wet View Details
October 23°C / 15°C 26°C / 16°C 27days (190 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 88% Very Muggy 8.6 Very High Wet View Details
November 23°C / 16°C 26°C / 17°C 27days (230 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 90% Very Muggy 8 Very High Wet View Details
December best 22°C / 15°C 25°C / 16°C 20days (118 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 87% Very Muggy 8 Very High Excellent View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically wet for visiting Gachetá, with average highs of 22°C (72°F) and around 30 rainy days. Gachetá, Colombia in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 22.2°C (72°F). Rain falls on about 30 days this month
Gachetá typically sees around 30 rainy days in May with 258 mm (10.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Evenings in Gachetá during May are mild at 16°C (61°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Gachetá. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Gachetá during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Gachetá gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Gachetá during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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