Bogotá in May
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
17Rainy days (91 mm)
12:13 hDaylight
05:46Sunrise · 17:59 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.0 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 9°C | 69 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.3 |
| February | 18°C | 9°C | 90 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 18°C | 10°C | 132 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 18°C | 10°C | 140 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 17°C | 10°C | 91 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 17°C | 9°C | 43 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 16°C | 9°C | 37 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.7 |
| August | 17°C | 9°C | 23 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 18°C | 9°C | 33 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 18°C | 9°C | 99 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 18°C | 9°C | 126 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.5 |
| December | 18°C | 9°C | 83 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bogotá in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Bogotá?
The best months are August, September, July.