Climate Overview
The climate in Sabanalarga is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 76mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 14mm of rainfall. Sabanalarga is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Sabanalarga has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 1°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 1°C with a mean of 0°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Sabanalarga is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 76mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 14mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 12cm.
Wind
Sabanalarga is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
17 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Sabanalarga, which began on June 21, 2026. Sabanalarga 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 February at around 1°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 0°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 24mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 8mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 11mm for the entire season. Expect around 5cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 1°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sabanalarga 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.