Climate Insights for Ricaurte
Cúcuta, Norte de Santander, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Ricaurte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 3,099 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ricaurte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ricaurte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ricaurte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 122 in of precipitation falls per year. Ricaurte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ricaurte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ricaurte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 28°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Ricaurte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 83°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Ricaurte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,099 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 258 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 443 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 74 mm. That's 369 mm less than March, 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.Ricaurte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 122 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 17.4 in of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.9 in. That's 14.5 in less than March, 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
Ricaurte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4km/h in winter, 4km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.Ricaurte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 2mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ricaurte is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 74 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 17°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 Ricaurte is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 83°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 62°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 Ricaurte 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 Ricaurte 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.