Colombia

Colombia Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombia in July.

Planning a getaway to Colombia this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Colombia in July

In July, Colombia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Chocontá at 15°C (59°F) to very hot in Gesen at 36°C (97°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Gesen and 6°C (43°F) in Chocontá.

To explore the conditions in Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 8.3 mm (0.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Dosquebradas with 1827 mm (72 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Bogotá gets around 114 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Colombia by month

Best Places to Visit in Colombia in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Colombia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Colombia

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Temperature range in Colombia (July)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (July)

Bogotá

In July Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
114 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In July Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
209 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In July Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
235 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
152 mm (6 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In July San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
186 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
257 mm (10 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In July Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
201 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombia in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Cartagena 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 152 mm (6 in)
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)
Medellín 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Cali 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 1781 mm (70 in)

Colombia weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in July?

Colombia typically experiences perfect weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bogotá average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Colombia in July?

In Bogotá, the average daytime high in July is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Bogotá averages just 51 mm (2 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Colombia.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Colombia with overall perfect weather in Bogotá. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Colombia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Bogotá. The weather in February, March, April, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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