Popayán in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 20°C. Very wet: about 22 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
22Rainy days (197 mm)
12:07 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 18:06 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Very wet: about 22 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 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 (±4.1 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 | 20°C | 11°C | 232 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.8 |
| February | 20°C | 11°C | 230 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.8 |
| March | 20°C | 12°C | 301 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.8 |
| April | 20°C | 12°C | 290 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 20°C | 12°C | 197 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 20°C | 11°C | 93 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 20°C | 11°C | 64 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 21°C | 11°C | 64 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 21°C | 11°C | 144 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 20°C | 11°C | 268 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 19°C | 11°C | 331 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.7 |
| December | 20°C | 11°C | 294 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Popayán in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Popayán?
The best months are August, July.