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Santa Marta weather in October (Magdalena, Colombia)

Planning a trip to Santa Marta in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Santa Marta typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Santa Marta in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 307 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 206 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 307 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 206 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in October

Find out more about the weather in Colombia in October and which places have the best weather 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 Santa Marta in October?

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 in October.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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