Climate Insights for Santa Fe
Becerril, Cesar, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Fe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,011 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 294 mm of rainfall. Santa Fe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Santa Fe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 79.2 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 11.6 in of rainfall. Santa Fe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Santa Fe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Santa Fe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 89°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Santa Fe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,011 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 168 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 294 mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 14 mm. That's 280 mm less than September, 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 Fe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 79.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 11.6 in of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 11 in less than September, 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 Fe 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 4km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.Santa Fe 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 2mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 2mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santa Fe is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 29 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Santa Fe is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Fe 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 Fe 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.