Climate Insights for Chucuní
Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Chucuní is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 912 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 157 mm of rainfall. Chucuní sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Chucuní is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 35.9 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 6.2 in of rainfall. Chucuní sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Chucuní sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Chucuní sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 74°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Chucuní is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 912 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 76 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 157 mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 24 mm. That's 133 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.Chucuní is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 6.2 in of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.9 in. That's 5.2 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
Chucuní 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 September, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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.Chucuní 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 4mph, 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. 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 Chucuní is during January, March, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 52 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Chucuní is during January, March, June, July, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chucuní 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 Chucuní 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.