Climate Insights for Altamira
Betulia, Antioquia, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 2,576 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 68°F and approximately 101.4 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 sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 27°C. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°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 60°F to 80°F. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Altamira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,576 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 215 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 300 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 139 mm. That's 161 mm less than May, 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 101.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 11.8 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5.5 in. That's 6.3 in less than May, 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 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3km/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 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 January, 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 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.