Medellín Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Medellín’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Colombia.

Monthly Temperature Averages

Medellín enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in August to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 13°C, particularly during the colder months.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Medellín by month:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

August, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 203 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 17 days. For more information, please visit our Medellín Precipitation page.

Annual Temperatures in Colombia Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across Colombia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Medellín Temperatures Compared World Wide

Medellín’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.

In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.

Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Sea vs. Land Temperatures

The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
• Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.

For more detailed information about Medellín’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Medellín climate page.