Climate Insights for El Castillo
Ituango, Antioquia, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in El Castillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3,023 mm of precipitation falls per year. El Castillo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Castillo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in El Castillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 119 in of precipitation falls per year. El Castillo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Castillo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
El Castillo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°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 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.El Castillo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
El Castillo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,023 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 252 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 397 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 79 mm. That's 317 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.El Castillo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 119 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 15.6 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.1 in. That's 12.5 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
El Castillo 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 May, 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.El Castillo 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 May, 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 El Castillo is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. 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 El Castillo is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. 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 El Castillo 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 El Castillo 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.