Climate Insights for Fortul

Fortul, Departamento de Arauca, Colombia

Hottest
March
27°C peak
Coldest
January
18°C low
Wettest
May
493mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fortul is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 3141mm of precipitation falls per year. Fortul receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Fortul 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: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18° Feb Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Apr Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 20° Jun Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jul Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Aug Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Sep Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Oct Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Nov Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Dec Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Fortul has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°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 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 93mm Feb Precipitation: 68mm Mar Precipitation: 157mm Apr Precipitation: 266mm May Precipitation: 493mm Jun Precipitation: 430mm Jul Precipitation: 394mm Aug Precipitation: 334mm Sep Precipitation: 295mm Oct Precipitation: 324mm Nov Precipitation: 193mm Dec Precipitation: 95mm
Precipitation

Fortul is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3141mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 262mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 493mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 68mm. That's 425mm less than May, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/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: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Fortul 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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

84 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Fortul, which began on June 21, 2026. Fortul sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 916mm across the season with a monthly average of 305mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1158mm across the season with a monthly average of 386mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 812mm across the season with a monthly average of 271mm. 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 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 255mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 23°
May 22°
Jun 21°
Jul 21°
Aug 22°
Sep 22°
Oct 22°
Nov 22°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Fortul is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 85mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Fortul 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
26 °C
2 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
266 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
493 mm
0 cm
Jun
19 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
430 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
19 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
394 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
334 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
295 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
324 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
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