Climate Insights for Colmenas
Valdivia, Antioquia, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Colmenas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 3,626 mm of precipitation falls per year. Colmenas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Colmenas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Colmenas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 142.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Colmenas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Colmenas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Colmenas 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 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Colmenas has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Colmenas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,626 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 302 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 477 mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 100 mm. That's 377 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Colmenas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 142.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.9 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 18.8 in of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.9 in. That's 14.8 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Colmenas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Colmenas 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 January, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Colmenas is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 100 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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 Colmenas is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 66°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 Colmenas 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 Colmenas 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.