Climate Insights for Ayapel

The climate in Ayapel is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 194mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Ayapel sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to August, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.

Ayapel has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. October is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 10°C with a mean of 7°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Ayapel is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 194mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 16mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 33mm of rainfall. August and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than May, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to August, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 14cm.

Ayapel is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 10km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently summer in Ayapel, which began on June 21, 2026. Ayapel sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 10°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 0°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ayapel 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.