Colombia

Colombia Weather in October

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

Planning a trip to Colombia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Colombia in October

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Chocontá at 17°C (63°F) to very warm in Cúcuta at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Cúcuta and 6°C (43°F) in Chocontá.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tibasosa with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Santagueda with 1104 mm (43 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during October. Bogotá receives roughly 98 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Colombia by month

Best Places to Visit in Colombia in October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (October)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (October)

Bogotá

In October Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
98 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In October Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
270 mm (11 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In October 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 poor that month.

September
October
November
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
202 hours
206 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
307 mm (12 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°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
194 hours
177 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
239 mm (9.4 in)
306 mm (12 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
132 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
273 mm (11 in)
312 mm (12 in)
296 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Colombia October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Colombia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Colombia brought 318 mm (13 in) in Santa Fe de Antioquia on October 13, 2015.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Cartagena 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 270 mm (11 in)
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 306 mm (12 in)
Medellín 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 312 mm (12 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 360 mm (14 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 1079 mm (42 in)

Colombia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in October?

Colombia typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bogotá average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Colombia in October?

Average temperatures in Colombia during October range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Bogotá.

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bogotá records an average of 206 mm (8.1 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Colombia.

Is October a Good 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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