Climate Insights for Cáchira

Cachirá, Departamento de Norte de Santander, Colombia

Hottest
February
23°C peak
Coldest
January
13°C low
Wettest
May
362mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cáchira is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2792mm of precipitation falls per year. Cáchira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cáchira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 13° Feb Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Mar Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Apr Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Jul Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Aug Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Sep Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Oct Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Nov Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 15° Dec Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 14°
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Average
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Cáchira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 89mm Feb Precipitation: 83mm Mar Precipitation: 165mm Apr Precipitation: 251mm May Precipitation: 362mm Jun Precipitation: 318mm Jul Precipitation: 294mm Aug Precipitation: 282mm Sep Precipitation: 305mm Oct Precipitation: 327mm Nov Precipitation: 219mm Dec Precipitation: 97mm
Precipitation

Cáchira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2792mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 233mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 362mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 83mm. That's 279mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

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

Cáchira 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 February, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Cáchira, which began on June 21, 2026. Cáchira 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 15 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 779mm across the season with a monthly average of 260mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 15 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 895mm across the season with a monthly average of 298mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 850mm across the season with a monthly average of 283mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 269mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 18°
Feb 18°
Mar 18°
Apr 18°
May 18°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 18°
Sep 18°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Cáchira is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 90mm per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cáchira 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
13 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
89 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
165 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
251 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
362 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
318 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
294 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
282 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
305 mm
0 cm
Oct
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
219 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
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