Climate Insights for Alta
Chima, Santander, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Alta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 4,489 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 176.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Alta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alta has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Alta has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Alta is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,489 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 374 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 482 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 163 mm. That's 318 mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Alta is a very wet location, receiving approximately 176.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 19 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6.4 in. That's 12.5 in less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Alta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alta based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alta based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.