Climate Insights for Alto Santana
Santander de Quilichao, Cauca, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto Santana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 4,792 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alto Santana receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Santana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto Santana is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 188.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Alto Santana receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Santana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alto Santana has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Alto Santana has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto Santana is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,792 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 399 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 523 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 298 mm. That's 226 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.Alto Santana is a very wet location, receiving approximately 188.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15.7 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 20.6 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 11.7 in. That's 8.9 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
Alto Santana 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 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alto Santana 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 November, 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 Alto Santana 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 Santana 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.