Climate Insights for Payan

Magüi, Departamento de Nariño, Colombia

Hottest
March
31°C peak
Coldest
September
23°C low
Wettest
April
420mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Payan is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3587mm of precipitation falls per year. Payan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Payan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23°
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Average
Min

Payan has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September 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 6°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 412mm Feb Precipitation: 317mm Mar Precipitation: 318mm Apr Precipitation: 420mm May Precipitation: 412mm Jun Precipitation: 274mm Jul Precipitation: 183mm Aug Precipitation: 179mm Sep Precipitation: 223mm Oct Precipitation: 273mm Nov Precipitation: 249mm Dec Precipitation: 327mm
Precipitation

Payan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3587mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 299mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 420mm of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 179mm. That's 241mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Payan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Payan, which began on March 20, 2026. Payan sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1150mm across the season with a monthly average of 383mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 636mm across the season with a monthly average of 212mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 744mm across the season with a monthly average of 248mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1056mm across the season with a monthly average of 352mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Payan 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
412 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
317 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
318 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
420 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
412 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
274 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
183 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
179 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
223 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
273 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
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