Climate Insights for Piedecuesta

Piedecuesta, Departamento de Santander, Colombia

Hottest
June
24°C peak
Coldest
February
-2°C low
Wettest
May
33mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Piedecuesta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 163mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Piedecuesta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 15° Min: 14° Feb Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -2° Mar Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Apr Max: 19° Average: 16° Min: 10° May Max: 23° Average: 22° Min: 20° Jun Max: 24° Average: 24° Min: 23° Jul Max: 23° Average: 23° Min: 22° Aug Max: 22° Average: 22° Min: 22° Sep Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 21° Oct Max: 20° Average: 20° Min: 19° Nov Max: 19° Average: 18° Min: 18° Dec Max: 17° Average: 16° Min: 16°
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Average
Min

Temperatures in Piedecuesta vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 24°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 25mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Jul Precipitation: 19mm Aug Precipitation: 3mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 12mm Nov Precipitation: 21mm Dec Precipitation: 2mm
Precipitation

Piedecuesta is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 163mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 33mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than April, 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: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Piedecuesta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

17 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Piedecuesta, which began on June 21, 2026. Piedecuesta sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -2°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -2 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 15°
Feb
Mar 14°
Apr 16°
May 22°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 22°
Sep 21°
Oct 20°
Nov 18°
Dec 16°

The best time to visit Piedecuesta is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, February can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°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 Piedecuesta 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
14 °C
15 °C
6 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
-2 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar
10 °C
19 °C
5 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
24 °C
10 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
23 °C
8 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
22 °C
5 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
21 °C
22 °C
3 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
19 °C
7 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
17 °C
10 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
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