Santa Marta weather in October (Magdalena, Colombia)

What is the weather forecast for Santa Marta in October? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In October, Santa Marta usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 29°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 25°C.

Precipitation

Santa Marta in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 307 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 206 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Marta. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santa Marta, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 307 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 206 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in October

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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