Climate Insights for El Empalme

Ipiales, Nariño, Colombia

Hottest
October
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
August
16°C low61°F low
Wettest
June
433 mm rain17 in rain
Best to Visit
September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El Empalme is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3,517 mm of precipitation falls per year. El Empalme receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Empalme sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in El Empalme is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 138.5 in of precipitation falls per year. El Empalme receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Empalme sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°FebMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°MarMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°AprMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°MayMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 18°JunMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°JulMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°SepMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°OctMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°NovMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°DecMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 69°FMin: 64°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°F
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El Empalme has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.El Empalme has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 68°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 311mmFebPrecipitation: 244mmMarPrecipitation: 386mmAprPrecipitation: 337mmMayPrecipitation: 358mmJunPrecipitation: 433mmJulPrecipitation: 349mmAugPrecipitation: 146mmSepPrecipitation: 77mmOctPrecipitation: 249mmNovPrecipitation: 324mmDecPrecipitation: 302mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12.3inFebPrecipitation: 9.6inMarPrecipitation: 15.2inAprPrecipitation: 13.3inMayPrecipitation: 14.1inJunPrecipitation: 17inJulPrecipitation: 13.7inAugPrecipitation: 5.8inSepPrecipitation: 3inOctPrecipitation: 9.8inNovPrecipitation: 12.8inDecPrecipitation: 11.9in
Precipitation

El Empalme is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,517 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 293 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 433 mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 77 mm. That's 356 mm less than June, 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.El Empalme is a very wet location, receiving approximately 138.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.5 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 17 in of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3 in. That's 14 in less than June, 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

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3km/hFebWind Speed: 3km/hMarWind Speed: 3km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 3km/hDecWind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
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El Empalme 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 September, 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 Empalme 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 September, averaging 3mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr21°70°F
May21°69°F
Jun20°68°F
Jul19°67°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct21°70°F
Nov21°70°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit El Empalme is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 16°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 El Empalme is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 79°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 61°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 El Empalme 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 Empalme 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C63 °F
25 °C78 °F
3 km/h2 mph
311 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
3 km/h2 mph
244 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
3 km/h2 mph
386 mm15.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
3 km/h2 mph
337 mm13.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C64 °F
24 °C76 °F
3 km/h2 mph
358 mm14.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
24 °C75 °F
3 km/h2 mph
433 mm17 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
23 °C74 °F
3 km/h2 mph
349 mm13.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
25 °C76 °F
4 km/h3 mph
146 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
26 °C79 °F
4 km/h3 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
4 km/h2 mph
249 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
18 °C64 °F
25 °C78 °F
3 km/h2 mph
324 mm12.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
25 °C77 °F
3 km/h2 mph
302 mm11.9 in
0 cm0 in