Climate Insights for El Empalme
Ipiales, Nariño, Colombia
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
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
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
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
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.