Climate Insights for Gaviotas
Uribe, Meta, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Gaviotas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,568 mm of precipitation falls per year. Gaviotas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gaviotas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Gaviotas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 61.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Gaviotas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gaviotas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Gaviotas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Gaviotas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 83°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Gaviotas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,568 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 131 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 231 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 49 mm. That's 183 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Gaviotas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 61.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.2 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 9.1 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1.9 in. That's 7.2 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Gaviotas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Gaviotas 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 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Gaviotas is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 64 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Gaviotas is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gaviotas 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 Gaviotas 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.