Climate Insights for Santa Elena
Mesetas, Meta, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Elena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3,007 mm of precipitation falls per year. Santa Elena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Elena sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Santa Elena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 118.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Santa Elena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santa Elena sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Santa Elena sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August 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.Santa Elena sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 90°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Santa Elena is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,007 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 251 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 527 mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 55 mm. That's 472 mm 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.Santa Elena is a very wet location, receiving approximately 118.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.9 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 20.7 in of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2.2 in. That's 18.6 in 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.
Wind
Santa Elena is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Santa Elena is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santa Elena is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 55 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Santa Elena is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 67°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena 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.