Climate Insights for Altamira
Cajibío, Cauca, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3,671 mm of precipitation falls per year. Altamira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. 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 66°F and approximately 144.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Altamira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altamira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Altamira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Altamira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 66°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 66°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Altamira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,671 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 306 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 375 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 228 mm. That's 147 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Altamira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 144.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 14.8 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 9 in. That's 5.8 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
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 September, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Altamira 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 September, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
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.