Climate Insights for Valledupar

Cesar, Colombia

Hottest
August
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
January
20°C low67°F low
Wettest
October
325 mm rain12.8 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Valledupar is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,060 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 325 mm of rainfall. Valledupar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Valledupar is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 81.1 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 12.8 in of rainfall. Valledupar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 67°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°FebMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 20°AprMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°AugMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°SepMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 22°OctMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°NovMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°DecMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FJulMax: 84°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 77°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°F
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Valledupar has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Valledupar has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 30mmFebPrecipitation: 28mmMarPrecipitation: 85mmAprPrecipitation: 246mmMayPrecipitation: 315mmJunPrecipitation: 204mmJulPrecipitation: 114mmAugPrecipitation: 147mmSepPrecipitation: 213mmOctPrecipitation: 325mmNovPrecipitation: 312mmDecPrecipitation: 42mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.2inFebPrecipitation: 1.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.3inAprPrecipitation: 9.7inMayPrecipitation: 12.4inJunPrecipitation: 8inJulPrecipitation: 4.5inAugPrecipitation: 5.8inSepPrecipitation: 8.4inOctPrecipitation: 12.8inNovPrecipitation: 12.3inDecPrecipitation: 1.6in
Precipitation

Valledupar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,060 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 172 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 325 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 28 mm. That's 297 mm less than October, 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.Valledupar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 81.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 12.8 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.1 in. That's 11.7 in less than October, 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Valledupar 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 February, averaging 6km/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 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Valledupar 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 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°74°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr24°75°F
May24°76°F
Jun24°76°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug25°77°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov24°74°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Valledupar is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Valledupar is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 85°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 Valledupar 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 Valledupar 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C67 °F
28 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
5 km/h3 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h3 mph
246 mm9.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
315 mm12.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C71 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
204 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C71 °F
29 °C84 °F
5 km/h3 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
147 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C71 °F
28 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
213 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
325 mm12.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h2 mph
312 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in