Climate Insights for Cuchillo Negro
Nuevo Belén de Bajirá, Chocó, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Cuchillo Negro is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,642 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cuchillo Negro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cuchillo Negro sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Cuchillo Negro is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 143.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Cuchillo Negro receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cuchillo Negro sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Cuchillo Negro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. November 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 7°C between highs and lows.Cuchillo Negro has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Cuchillo Negro is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,642 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 304 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 487 mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 61 mm. That's 426 mm less than July, 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.Cuchillo Negro is a very wet location, receiving approximately 143.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 19.2 in of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.4 in. That's 16.8 in less than July, 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
Cuchillo Negro 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 February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Cuchillo Negro 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 February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cuchillo Negro 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 Cuchillo Negro 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.