Climate Insights for Altamira

Ataco, Tolima, Colombia

Hottest
September
31°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
January
18°C low65°F low
Wettest
April
183 mm rain7.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 183 mm of rainfall. Altamira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 43.1 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 7.2 in of rainfall. Altamira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 18°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°MarMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°MayMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°JunMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°JulMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°AugMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°SepMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°OctMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°NovMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FJulMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 67°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°F
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Altamira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Altamira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 87°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 74°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 55mmFebPrecipitation: 84mmMarPrecipitation: 136mmAprPrecipitation: 183mmMayPrecipitation: 146mmJunPrecipitation: 69mmJulPrecipitation: 25mmAugPrecipitation: 18mmSepPrecipitation: 34mmOctPrecipitation: 124mmNovPrecipitation: 146mmDecPrecipitation: 75mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inFebPrecipitation: 3.3inMarPrecipitation: 5.3inAprPrecipitation: 7.2inMayPrecipitation: 5.8inJunPrecipitation: 2.7inJulPrecipitation: 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.7inSepPrecipitation: 1.3inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inNovPrecipitation: 5.7inDecPrecipitation: 3in
Precipitation

Altamira is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 183 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 18 mm. That's 165 mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Altamira is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.7 in. That's 6.5 in less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 3km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Altamira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Altamira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°74°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr23°74°F
May23°73°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul24°74°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep25°76°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Altamira is during January, February, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 51 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Altamira is during January, February, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Altamira 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 Altamira 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h2 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C67 °F
29 °C85 °F
4 km/h2 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
28 °C83 °F
4 km/h2 mph
136 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
19 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
183 mm7.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
19 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
146 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
5 km/h3 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C67 °F
31 °C87 °F
5 km/h3 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h2 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
146 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
28 °C83 °F
4 km/h2 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in