Climate Insights for Candilejas
San Vicente del Caguán, Caquetá, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Candilejas is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,588 mm of precipitation falls per year. Candilejas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Candilejas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Candilejas is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 101.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Candilejas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Candilejas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Candilejas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Candilejas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 91°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Candilejas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,588 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 216 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 370 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 63 mm. That's 307 mm 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.Candilejas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 101.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 14.6 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.5 in. That's 12.1 in 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.
Wind
Candilejas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Candilejas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Candilejas 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 Candilejas 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.