Climate Insights for Salgar

The climate in Salgar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 255mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Salgar sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between April and April.

Salgar sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 20°C. October is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 19°C. April is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Salgar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 255mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 33mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 5mm. That's 28mm less than June, 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. Light snowfall can occur between April and April, totalling around 10cm annually. April is the snowiest month with approximately 10cm.

Salgar 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 October, averaging 8km/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. 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.

It is currently summer in Salgar, which began on June 21, 2026. Salgar sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in April near 3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The best time to visit Salgar is during January, February, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 23mm per month. By contrast, April can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Salgar 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.