Climate Insights for Ciénaga

Ciénaga, Departamento del Magdalena, Colombia

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
December
21°C low
Wettest
June
33mm rain
Best to Visit
August, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ciénaga is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 266mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Ciénaga is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: January, February, March. The coldest months are December, November, October, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Apr Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° May Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 25° Aug Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 25° Sep Max: 24° Average: 24° Min: 24° Oct Max: 23° Average: 23° Min: 23° Nov Max: 23° Average: 23° Min: 23° Dec Max: 22° Average: 22° Min: 21°
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Average
Min

Ciénaga has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 25mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 30mm Aug Precipitation: 20mm Sep Precipitation: 9mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm
Precipitation

Ciénaga is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 266mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 4mm. That's 29mm less than February, 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/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Ciénaga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.

Seasons

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

17 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Ciénaga, which began on June 21, 2026. Ciénaga is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 66mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 28°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 26°
May 26°
Jun 26°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 24°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Ciénaga is during August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. 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 Ciénaga 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
27 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
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