Cúcuta Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Cúcuta has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Cúcuta remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in September. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 31°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 20°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cúcuta has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1116 mm of rainfall annually. Cúcuta can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 173 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 25 mm of rainfall, spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Cúcuta Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Cúcuta experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 7.3 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 4.8 hours in April, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cúcuta.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 78%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Cúcuta in Colombia
The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July and August.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April and November.
September has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 173 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 25 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
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