Calima Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Calima’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

In Calima temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in March to a comfortable 23°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 15°C, particularly during the colder months.

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

The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. March, the city’s warmest month, boasts 162 hours of sunshine.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 452 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. It records 184 hours of sunshine of sunshine.

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 32°C. Warm: 25°C to 32°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 25°C Moderate: 10°C to 18°C. Cold: 5°C to 10°C. Very cold: lower than 5°C

Calima Temperatures Compared World Wide

Calima’s average annual maximum temperature is 24°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.

Interlaken, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 8°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.

Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.

How does the temperature feel?

Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.

In Calima, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 73% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 24°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 73% combined with an average maximum temperature of 24°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

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.