Climate Insights for Alto Pocetas
La Macarena, Meta, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto Pocetas is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,802 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alto Pocetas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Pocetas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto Pocetas is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 71 in of precipitation falls per year. Alto Pocetas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Pocetas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alto Pocetas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto Pocetas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 90°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto Pocetas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,802 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 150 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 244 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 62 mm. That's 182 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Alto Pocetas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 71 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.9 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 9.6 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.4 in. That's 7.2 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Alto Pocetas 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 January, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 Pocetas 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 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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
The best time to visit Alto Pocetas is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°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 Pocetas is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 69°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 Pocetas 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 Pocetas 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.