Riohacha in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 31°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
31°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
18Rainy days (138 mm)
12:32 hDaylight
05:32Sunrise · 18:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 31°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±6.8 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 | 30°C | 24°C | 12 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 17 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.0 |
| April | 31°C | 25°C | 48 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 31°C | 26°C | 138 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 32°C | 26°C | 82 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 33°C | 26°C | 49 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| August | 32°C | 26°C | 97 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.0 |
| September | 31°C | 25°C | 164 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.5 |
| October | 30°C | 25°C | 190 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.7 |
| November | 30°C | 25°C | 128 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.8 |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 45 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Riohacha in May?
Daytime highs average 31°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Riohacha?
The best months are February, January, March.