Climate Insights for Simón Bolívar International Airport

Santa Marta, Departamento del Magdalena, Colombia

Hottest
June
29°C peak
Coldest
February
25°C low
Wettest
October
246mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Simón Bolívar International Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1106mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 246mm of rainfall. Simón Bolívar International Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, August, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 25°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Feb Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Average
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Simón Bolívar International Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 71mm May Precipitation: 151mm Jun Precipitation: 109mm Jul Precipitation: 81mm Aug Precipitation: 93mm Sep Precipitation: 138mm Oct Precipitation: 246mm Nov Precipitation: 178mm Dec Precipitation: 20mm
Precipitation

Simón Bolívar International Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1106mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 92mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 246mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 245mm less than October, 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: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Simón Bolívar International Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

83 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Simón Bolívar International Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Simón Bolívar International Airport 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 June at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 25°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 83 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 233mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 282mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 562mm across the season with a monthly average of 187mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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 Simón Bolívar International Airport 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
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
138 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
246 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
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