Colombia

Colombia Weather in November

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

Considering a trip to Colombia this November and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Colombia in November

Colombia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In November, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Ipiales at 17°C (63°F) to very warm in Puerto Carreño at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Puerto Carreño and 8°C (46°F) in Ipiales.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 101 mm (4 in) to heavy rainfall in Pereira with 983 mm (39 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bogotá receives about 103 hours of sunlight in November, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Colombia by month

Best Places to Visit in Colombia in November

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

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (November)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (November)

Bogotá

In November Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
103 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In November Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
188 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In November Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
206 hours
220 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
8 days
2 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In November 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 poor that month.

October
November
December
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
177 hours
193 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
306 mm (12 in)
267 mm (11 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In November Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
135 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
312 mm (12 in)
296 mm (12 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
20 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Cartagena 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 267 mm (11 in)
Medellín 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 296 mm (12 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 430 mm (17 in)
Pereira 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 983 mm (39 in)

Colombia weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in November?

In November, Colombia generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Bogotá sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Colombia in November?

Average temperatures in Colombia during November range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Bogotá.

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in November?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bogotá records an average of 234 mm (9.2 in) in November, putting it among the wetter months for Colombia.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

In our view, November might not be the best time to travel to Colombia with often unpleasant weather in Bogotá.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly 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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