Santa Marta in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
11Rainy days (128 mm)
12:31 hDaylight
05:38Sunrise · 18:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.6 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 | 26°C | 25°C | 4 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| February | 26°C | 25°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| March | 26°C | 25°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| April | 27°C | 26°C | 33 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| May | 27°C | 26°C | 128 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 28°C | 26°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 84 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 141 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 28°C | 26°C | 198 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 26°C | 130 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 27°C | 26°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Santa Marta in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?
The best months are January, February, March, April.