Colombia weather in October
Planning a getaway to Colombia this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Colombia in October?
Colombia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from moderate to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from moderate in Ipiales at 17°C to very warm in Cúcuta at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Cúcuta and 8°C in Ipiales.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tibasosa with an average of 115 mm to heavy rainfall in Santagueda with 1104 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 98 hours of sunshine in Bogotá. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Colombia, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Colombia's yearly weather, check out our Colombia climate page.
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Average weather in Bogotá
In October Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cartagena
In October Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Santa Marta
In October Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in San Andrés
In October San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Medellín
In October Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Colombia?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bogotá, October may not be the ideal time to visit Colombia.
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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