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Espinal Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Espinal.
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Climate overview of Espinal
Espinal, Tolima, Colombia, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 31°C (88°F), peaking in August at 32°C (90°F) and dipping in November to 30°C (86°F).
With around 2342 mm (92 in) of annual rainfall, Espinal has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from March to July. The wettest month is May. Sunshine peaks in August, when the city sees around 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Espinal Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Espinal - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Espinal
With minimal seasonal shifts, Espinal experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August. In November, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 22°C (72°F) in August to 21°C (70°F) in November.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Espinal
Espinal has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2342 mm (92 in) of rainfall per year. Espinal can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 345 mm (14 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Espinal 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 Espinal
Espinal experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.5 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 4.6 hours in April, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Humidity in Espinal by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Espinal.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 82%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Espinal
Compared with the rest of the year, the most comfortable conditions in Espinal are usually found in January. Conditions are generally least comfortable in March, April, May, June, July, October and November.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
good
Feb
mixed
Mar
wet
Apr
very wet
May
very wet
Jun
very wet
Jul
very wet
Aug
mixed
Sep
mixed
Oct
very wet
Nov
wet
Dec
mixed
- Best overall: January
- Warmest weather: January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and December
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: January and July
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from March to July
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Espinal
What is the best time to visit Espinal?
January typically offers the most optimal weather in Espinal. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Espinal has a distinct rainy season from March to July.
What temperatures can I expect in Espinal?
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in November to 32°C (90°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 21°C (70°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Espinal get?
Annual rainfall is around 2342 mm (92 in). May is the wettest month with 345 mm (14 in), while January is the driest with 78 mm (3.1 in).
How sunny is Espinal?
Espinal receives around 1,968 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 196 hours, while April is the cloudiest with just 137 hours.
Espinal 3-Day Forecast
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