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Barranquila weather in August (Colombia)

How does the weather in Barranquila usually fare in August? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Barranquila includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 26°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Barranquila in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 193 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With around 206 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barranquila climate page with graphs.

 

Barranquila, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 193 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 206 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in August

Find out more about the weather in Colombia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Barranquila.

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