Climate Insights for Alto Grande

El Carmen de Viboral, Antioquia, Colombia

Hottest
August
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
January
14°C low57°F low
Wettest
November
418 mm rain16.5 in rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alto Grande is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2,789 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alto Grande receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Grande sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto Grande is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 109.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Alto Grande receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Grande sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 14°FebMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°MarMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°AprMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°MayMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JunMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JulMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 14°AugMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 14°SepMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 15°OctMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°NovMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°DecMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 57°FFebMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FNovMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FDecMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°F
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Alto Grande sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 26°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto Grande sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 57°F to 79°F. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 138mmFebPrecipitation: 206mmMarPrecipitation: 318mmAprPrecipitation: 355mmMayPrecipitation: 291mmJunPrecipitation: 149mmJulPrecipitation: 73mmAugPrecipitation: 115mmSepPrecipitation: 179mmOctPrecipitation: 344mmNovPrecipitation: 418mmDecPrecipitation: 204mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inFebPrecipitation: 8.1inMarPrecipitation: 12.5inAprPrecipitation: 14inMayPrecipitation: 11.5inJunPrecipitation: 5.9inJulPrecipitation: 2.9inAugPrecipitation: 4.5inSepPrecipitation: 7inOctPrecipitation: 13.6inNovPrecipitation: 16.5inDecPrecipitation: 8in
Precipitation

Alto Grande is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,789 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 232 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 418 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 73 mm. That's 345 mm less than November, 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.Alto Grande is a very wet location, receiving approximately 109.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.1 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 16.5 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.9 in. That's 13.6 in less than November, 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: 3km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 3km/hNovWind Speed: 3km/hDecWind Speed: 3km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
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Alto Grande 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 November, 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.Alto Grande 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 August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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

Jan18°65°F
Feb19°65°F
Mar19°66°F
Apr19°66°F
May19°66°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep19°66°F
Oct18°65°F
Nov18°65°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Alto Grande is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 14°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Alto Grande is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 79°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 57°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto Grande 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 Alto Grande 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
14 °C57 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h2 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C58 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h2 mph
206 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
24 °C74 °F
3 km/h2 mph
318 mm12.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
24 °C74 °F
3 km/h2 mph
355 mm14 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
24 °C76 °F
3 km/h2 mph
291 mm11.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C58 °F
24 °C76 °F
4 km/h2 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C58 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h3 mph
179 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C59 °F
23 °C74 °F
3 km/h2 mph
344 mm13.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
418 mm16.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
23 °C74 °F
3 km/h2 mph
204 mm8 in
0 cm0 in