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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Columbia for your holiday.
Climate Overview
5 °C to 32 °C
26 °C to 29 °C
0.04 – 9.61 in (0 – 17 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 13 °C (Bogotá) and 28 °C (Cartagena)
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Geographical location
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Colombia is located in South America and borders both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
About 48 million people live on an area of about 1.14 million square kilometers. This results in a population density of 42 inhabitants per square kilometre.
On the mainland there are borders with neighbouring countries Panama, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil and Venezuela. Bogota is the economic centre of the Republic and at the same time the capital of Colombia.
In western Colombia, the Andes run with the volcano Nevado del Huila as its highest point. On the northern Caribbean coast rises the highest coastal mountain range on earth, the Sierra Nevada de Santa Maria at 5775 metres.
Climate in Colombia
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The equator passes through Colombia, so the South American country has a strongly tropical climate. This has different regional characteristics due to the different altitudes. In flat areas you will find average temperatures of about 24 °C.
In middle mountain ranges between 1000 and 2000 meters the temperatures range between 17 °C to 24 °C. At altitudes of up to 3000 meters it can cool down to 12 °C. In even higher areas, alpine conditions prevail, which often fall below the zero degree limit.
Temperatures of 24 °C to 25 °C dominate the south-western Pasto throughout the year. This example illustrates the two rainy seasons that are common in Colombia almost throughout the country: Most rain falls between April and mid-June and in the autumn months of October and November.
The dry season is in between, from mid-June to the end of September and from the beginning of December to the end of March. Statistically speaking, the driest month in Colombia is usually July, which is also the month with the highest average hours of sunshine.
Best Time to Visit Columbia: Overview
JanuaryJan Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cartagena Bogotá Cali | FebruaryFeb Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cartagena Bogotá Cali | MarchMar Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cartagena Bogotá | AprilApr Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cartagena | MayMay Very hot (average up to 29 °C) | JuneJun Very hot (average up to 29 °C) |
JulyJul Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Pasto Bogotá Cali | AugustAug Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Pasto Bogotá Cali | SeptemberSep Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Pasto | OctoberOct Up to 9.61 in of rainof rain | NovemberNov Very hot (average up to 28 °C) Up to 6.97 in of rainof rain | DecemberDec Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Cartagena Bogotá Cali |
When to go to Colombia?
A best travel time is difficult for Colombia to generalize. For most regions of the country, the drier months are a particularly pleasant travel season, especially January to March and June to August offer you fantastic experiences in optimal conditions.
If you would also like to visit the Caribbean coast, for example the Cartagena region, the months December to April and, with some restrictions, July are the best travel season in Colombia. These months trump with temperatures of up to 32 °C and quite low precipitation.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Columbia) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Bogotá | January, February, March, July, August, and December |
| Pasto | July, August, and September |
| Cartagena | January, February, March, April, and December |
| Cali | January, February, July, August, and December |
Climate Charts Columbia
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Bogotá
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Columbia
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Columbia, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Bogotá (Columbia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 18° | 18° | 19° | 19° | 19° | 21° |
| Night Temperature | 5° | 6° | 7° | 8° | 8° | 7° | 7° | 7° | 6° | 7° | 7° | 6° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.3 | 1.69 | 2.6 | 4.37 | 3.7 | 2.24 | 1.61 | 1.93 | 3.27 | 4.53 | 3.46 | 2.13 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 7 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Bogotá is 13 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: April (13.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (12.4 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 32.83 inch on 120 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, January is the sunniest month with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Pasto (Columbia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 23° | 23° |
| Night Temperature | 13° | 13° | 14° | 14° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 13° | 14° | 13° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.43 | 4.09 | 4.02 | 6.26 | 5.04 | 2.44 | 1.06 | 1.26 | 2.48 | 6.81 | 6.97 | 5.47 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Pasto is 18.9 °C.Warmest month: August (19.8 °C)
Coldest month: November (18.1 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 49.33 inch on 122 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): November
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 6.97 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Pasto.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Cartagena (Columbia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
| Night Temperature | 23° | 23° | 24° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 24° |
| Water Temperature | 27° | 27° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 27° | 27° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.31 | 0.04 | 0.04 | 1.22 | 3.62 | 4.53 | 3.7 | 4.88 | 5.67 | 9.61 | 5.2 | 1.46 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 12 | 3 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Cartagena is 28 °C.Warmest month: June (28.6 °C)
Coldest month: January (27.2 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Cartagena is 29 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
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Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 40.28 inch on 97 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): October
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 9.61 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Cartagena.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, January is the sunniest month with an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Cali (Columbia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 29° |
| Night Temperature | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 20° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 1.85 | 2.22 | 3.87 | 4.97 | 3.67 | 2.09 | 1.19 | 1.58 | 2.94 | 4.36 | 3.78 | 2.41 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 7 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Cali is 24.4 °C.Warmest month: February (24.9 °C)
Coldest month: November (23.8 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 34.93 inch on 97 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Cali.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, August is the sunniest month with an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 5.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
On a trip to Colombia, the capital Bogota must not be ignored. With the Mueso Botero and the Museo del Oro, it offers two top-class cultural highlights; the old town of La Candelaria is also well worth a visit.
The landscape of the region is impressive with Mount Monserrate and the Laguna de Guatavita. Cartagena on the Caribbean coast is regarded as a colonial pearl of Colombia and should not be missed on any round trip. The coffee zone, the Tatacoa Desert and San Agustin as well as the fabulous beaches in Tayrona National Park are also a must.
Popular Activities
Cartagena: Rosario Islands Catamaran with Lunch and Snorkel
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Enjoy an unforgettable day on board a sailing catamaran. Cruise from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands. Go snorkeling through an awe-inspiring coral reef and experience an undersea kingdom in crystal clear water.
Bogota: Daily Group Tour of the Salt Cathedral Zipaquira
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Take the day to explore the Zipaquira Salt Cathedral, voted Colombia’s number 1 attraction. Enjoy round-trip transportation in a luxury coach. Explore the Roman Catholic church built within the tunnels of a mine.
Bogota: Bicycle City Tour
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Cycle through Bogota, visiting traditional fruit markets, a coffee factory, the bullfighting stadium, the historical center, and a whole host of plazas, parks, and neighborhoods, and get an inside view of the city as you talk to locals on the way.
More attractions
Cartagena de Indias: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise | Cartagena: Rosario Islands Day Tour with Snorkel & Lunch | Bogotá: El Paraíso Favela Tour with Cable Car | Cartagena: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour & Optional Attractions | From Bogota: Hike to Colombia’s Highest Waterfall | Bogota: Guatavita and Salt Cathedral Daily Group Tour | Bogotá: Monserrate, La Candelaria and City Walking Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Pasto
light rain, 18.4 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 3 mph O
Air Pressure: 1011 hPa Humidity: 61 %
Air Pressure: 1011 hPa Humidity: 61 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 07:58 pm
The next days …
| 8th Feb 2023 | 9th Feb 2023 | 10th Feb 2023 | 11th Feb 2023 | 12th Feb 2023 | 13th Feb 2023 |
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| 8 °C to 18 °C | 7 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 16 °C | 8 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 17 °C |
| 8 °C to 18 °C | 7 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 16 °C | 8 °C to 16 °C | 9 °C to 17 °C |
| Clouds: 39 % | Clouds: 89 % | Clouds: 94 % | Clouds: 99 % | Clouds: 88 % | Clouds: 83 % |
| 0.19 in of rain | 0.37 in of rain | 0.29 in of rain | 0.24 in of rain | 0.36 in of rain | 0.27 in of rain |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Hottest Month
July: 32 °C
Day Temperature in Cartagena
July: 32 °CDay Temperature in Cartagena
Coldest Month
January: 5 °C
Night Temperature in Bogotá
January: 5 °CNight Temperature in Bogotá
Rainiest Month
October: 9.61 in
Rain in Cartagena
October: 9.61 inRain in Cartagena
Driest Month
February: 0.04 in
Rain in Cartagena
February: 0.04 inRain in Cartagena
Maximum Water Temperature
October: 29 °C
Water Temperature in Cartagena
October: 29 °CWater Temperature in Cartagena
Sunniest Month
January: 9.2 hours/day
Sunshine in Cartagena
January: 9.2 hours/daySunshine in Cartagena
Activities and Attractions
Cartagena: Sunset Cruise with Open Bar
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Cartagena: City, San Peter & San Felipe Castle Guided Tour
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from 30 $ »
Bogota: Food Discovery Tour
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from 25 $ »
Distances to Columbia
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bogotá | 5280 mi | 2490 mi | 3490 mi |
| Pasto | 5610 mi | 2740 mi | 3490 mi |
| Cartagena | 5030 mi | 2100 mi | 3160 mi |
| Cali | 5450 mi | 2580 mi | 3420 mi |
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Columbia: Experiences of our Visitors
pleasant temperatures. Rain at night. Dry and warm during the day. Great, I recommend !
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
pleasant 25° to 29 °C. Once in the late afternoon short heavy rain
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent