Climate Insights for Gaitania

Planadas, Departamento de Tolima, Colombia
Hottest
January
21°C peak
Coldest
August
10°C low
Wettest
May
346mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Gaitania is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 2789mm of precipitation falls per year. Gaitania receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gaitania 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: 10° Feb Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Mar Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Apr Max: 20° Average: 16° Min: 13° May Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° Jun Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 11° Jul Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 10° Aug Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 10° Sep Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 10° Oct Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Nov Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Dec Max: 19° Average: 15° Min: 10°
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Gaitania sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 21°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 15°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 153mm Feb Precipitation: 169mm Mar Precipitation: 189mm Apr Precipitation: 336mm May Precipitation: 346mm Jun Precipitation: 260mm Jul Precipitation: 238mm Aug Precipitation: 170mm Sep Precipitation: 228mm Oct Precipitation: 282mm Nov Precipitation: 247mm Dec Precipitation: 170mm
Precipitation

Gaitania is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2789mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 232mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 346mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 153mm. That's 193mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

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: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Gaitania 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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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

63 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Gaitania, which began on June 21, 2026. Gaitania sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 10°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 872mm across the season with a monthly average of 291mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 668mm across the season with a monthly average of 223mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 757mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 492mm across the season with a monthly average of 164mm. 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 Gaitania 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
10 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
153 mm
0 cm
Feb
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Mar
12 °C
21 °C
1 km/h
189 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
336 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
346 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
260 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
10 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
238 mm
0 cm
Aug
10 °C
20 °C
2 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
228 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
282 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
20 °C
1 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Dec
10 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
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