Climate Insights for Chicalá
Piedras, Tolima, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Chicalá is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3,682 mm of precipitation falls per year. Chicalá receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chicalá sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Chicalá is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 145 in of precipitation falls per year. Chicalá receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chicalá sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Chicalá 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 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Chicalá 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 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Chicalá is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,682 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 307 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 656 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 102 mm. That's 554 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.Chicalá is a very wet location, receiving approximately 145 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12.1 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 25.8 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 4 in. That's 21.8 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
Chicalá is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Chicalá 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 March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chicalá 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 Chicalá 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.