Climate Insights for Colombia

The climate in Colombia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 2408mm of precipitation falls per year. Colombia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Colombia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Colombia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Colombia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2408mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 201mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 346mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 81mm. That's 265mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Colombia 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 November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Colombia, which began on June 21, 2026. Colombia 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 August near 15°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

The best time to visit Colombia is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Colombia 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.