Climate Insights for Balcones
Cunday, Tolima, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Balcones is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,161 mm of precipitation falls per year. Balcones receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Balcones sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Balcones is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 85.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Balcones receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Balcones sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Balcones has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Balcones has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Balcones is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,161 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 180 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 332 mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 83 mm. That's 248 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.Balcones is a very wet location, receiving approximately 85.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.1 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 13.1 in of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.3 in. That's 9.8 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
Balcones 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 September, 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.Balcones 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 September, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Balcones is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°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 Balcones is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°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 Balcones 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 Balcones 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.