Climate Insights for Caño Doradas
El Carmen de Chucurí, Santander, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Caño Doradas is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,229 mm of precipitation falls per year. Caño Doradas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Caño Doradas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Caño Doradas is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 87.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Caño Doradas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Caño Doradas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Caño Doradas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Caño Doradas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 73°F to 93°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 73°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Caño Doradas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,229 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 283 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 37 mm. That's 246 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.Caño Doradas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 87.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.5 in. That's 9.7 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
Caño Doradas 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 February, 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.Caño Doradas 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 February, 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 Caño Doradas 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 Caño Doradas 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.