Climate Insights for Payandé

San Luis, Departamento de Tolima, Colombia

Hottest
September
32°C peak
Coldest
June
20°C low
Wettest
May
204mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Payandé is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1131mm of precipitation falls per year. Payandé receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Payandé 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: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° May Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jul Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Aug Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 21° Sep Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Nov Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Payandé sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 36mm Feb Precipitation: 46mm Mar Precipitation: 102mm Apr Precipitation: 164mm May Precipitation: 204mm Jun Precipitation: 126mm Jul Precipitation: 83mm Aug Precipitation: 43mm Sep Precipitation: 34mm Oct Precipitation: 126mm Nov Precipitation: 118mm Dec Precipitation: 49mm
Precipitation

Payandé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1131mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 204mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 34mm. That's 170mm less than May, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Payandé is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/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 Payandé, which began on March 20, 2026. Payandé sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 470mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 252mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 25°
Jun 24°
Jul 25°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 25°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Payandé is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while June is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Payandé 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
21 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
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