Climate Insights for Capitanejo

Capitanejo, Departamento de Santander, Colombia

Hottest
February
22°C peak
Coldest
December
11°C low
Wettest
May
535mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Capitanejo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 4319mm of precipitation falls per year. Capitanejo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Capitanejo 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: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Feb Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Mar Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 13° Apr Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 13° May Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 13° Jun Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 13° Jul Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 13° Aug Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Sep Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Oct Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Nov Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Dec Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11°
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Capitanejo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 22°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 159mm Feb Precipitation: 135mm Mar Precipitation: 286mm Apr Precipitation: 444mm May Precipitation: 535mm Jun Precipitation: 531mm Jul Precipitation: 478mm Aug Precipitation: 390mm Sep Precipitation: 390mm Oct Precipitation: 459mm Nov Precipitation: 340mm Dec Precipitation: 171mm
Precipitation

Capitanejo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4319mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 360mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 535mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 135mm. That's 400mm 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

Capitanejo 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 December, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 Capitanejo, which began on June 21, 2026. Capitanejo 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1265mm across the season with a monthly average of 422mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1399mm across the season with a monthly average of 466mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1189mm across the season with a monthly average of 396mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 466mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. 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 Capitanejo 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
11 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
159 mm
0 cm
Feb
12 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
135 mm
0 cm
Mar
13 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
286 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
444 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
535 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
13 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
531 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
478 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
459 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
340 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
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