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Santa Elena Climate by Month

Santa Elena has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Santa Elena experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 13°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Santa Elena has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 3019 mm of rainfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, April receives heavy rainfall, averaging 357 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, January brings less rainfall, with 144 mm over 10 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Santa Elena varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 6.7 hours of daily sun in July, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in April, with about 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Medellín, Colombia (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Medellín, Colombia (11 KM, 7 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Santa Elena in Colombia

The average rainfall figures in Santa Elena are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose July which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Santa Elena?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Santa Elena?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Santa Elena?
    April tops the wettest month list with 357 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Santa Elena?
    January is the driest month with 144 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Santa Elena?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Santa Elena

    Thu   Nov 21
    25°C | 14°C
    NE 4 km/h
    21 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    23°C | 14°C
    SW 7 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Nov 23
    23°C | 14°C
    E 7 km/h
    14 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder