Climate Insights for Bolívar

Bolívar, Departamento del Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
September
17°C low
Wettest
May
447mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Bolívar is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3957mm of precipitation falls per year. Bolívar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bolívar sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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Bolívar has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 250mm Feb Precipitation: 279mm Mar Precipitation: 319mm Apr Precipitation: 393mm May Precipitation: 447mm Jun Precipitation: 404mm Jul Precipitation: 371mm Aug Precipitation: 254mm Sep Precipitation: 274mm Oct Precipitation: 373mm Nov Precipitation: 333mm Dec Precipitation: 260mm
Precipitation

Bolívar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3957mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 330mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 447mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 250mm. That's 197mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Bolívar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Bolívar, which began on June 21, 2026. Bolívar sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 17°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1160mm across the season with a monthly average of 387mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1029mm across the season with a monthly average of 343mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 980mm across the season with a monthly average of 327mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 789mm across the season with a monthly average of 263mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bolívar 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
250 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
279 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
393 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
447 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
404 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
254 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
274 mm
0 cm
Oct
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
333 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
260 mm
0 cm
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