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Cali in May: Rains Easing, Mother's Day, and the Lowest Prices of the Year

May in Cali is hot with the rain easing: around 29°C (84°F) by day, 19°C (66°F) at night, afternoon showers most days in the first half and fewer by the end as the mid-year dry season approaches. Mother's Day on the second Sunday is the biggest family day of the year. The lowest prices of the year.

Oscar Garcia·Founder of Roavi··1 min read

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May is Cali at its cheapest, with the rain leaving and a party on the second Sunday.

Weather#

Typical
MorningsSunny
Days~29°C / 84°F
AfternoonsShowers most days, fewer by month end
Nights~19°C / 66°F

April before, June after.

What's on#

Mother's Day, the second Sunday: lunches that last the afternoon, restaurants booked out, music in the neighbourhoods.

What to do#

Mornings: the hills, the river, San Antonio. Afternoons: museums, coffee, a salsa class. Nights: the clubs. Cali, salsa capital and is Cali safe.

Prices#

The lowest of the year. Late May pairs low-season prices with weather that is already improving.

Pack#

Light clothes, a packable rain jacket, sandals, repellent.

With a caleño#

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Cali in May? The cheapest month, with a caleño who knows where the party is.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the weather like in Cali in May?
    Highs around 29°C (84°F), nights around 19°C (66°F), sunny mornings and afternoon showers most days early in the month, fewer by late May.
  • Is May a good time to visit Cali?
    For price, the best. Late May combines low-season rates with weather that is already improving towards the dry season of June to August.
  • What is Mother's Day like in Cali?
    The second Sunday of May is the biggest family day of the year in Colombia: long lunches, restaurants booked days ahead, music in the neighbourhoods. Book a table or be invited to one.
  • What should I pack for Cali in May?
    Light clothes, a packable rain jacket, sandals, insect repellent.

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This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.

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