Medellín Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Medellín in Colombia officially features a trade-wind tropical rainforest climate. The driest period is from December until February. The city is located about 1500 meters (4921 ft) above sea level. That's why Medellín has an average temperature ranging between 17°C (63°F) and 30°C (86°F) which means lower temperatures than other cities with this type of climate. This makes the tropical rainforest in Medellín much easier to handle.
Monthly Temperature in Medellín
The climate in Medellín remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in August. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 24°C (75°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Medellín
Medellín is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2986 mm (118 in). Medellín can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 349 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 136 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation spread across 11 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Medellín Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Medellín
Medellín experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.7 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 4.1 hours in April, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Medellín by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Medellín.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 73%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Medellín 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Medellín
During January, Medellín experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures of 25°C (76°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather brings rainfall of 136 mm (5.4 in) during this period. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
