Climate Insights for Puerto Carreño

The climate in Puerto Carreño is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 258mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Puerto Carreño sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperatures in Puerto Carreño vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Puerto Carreño is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 258mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4mm. That's 29mm less than February, 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.

Puerto Carreño 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 July, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 2km/h in winter, 3km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 2km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Puerto Carreño, which began on June 21, 2026. Puerto Carreño 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The best time to visit Puerto Carreño is during March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 22mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Puerto Carreño 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.