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Colombia Weather in September

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

Planning a journey to Colombia this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Colombia in September

In September, Colombia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Ipiales at 16°C (61°F) to very warm in Gesen at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Gesen and 7°C (45°F) in Ipiales.

For specific regional insights in Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Villavieja with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Santagueda with 1441 mm (57 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Bogotá gets around 111 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Colombia in September

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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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (September)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (September)

Bogotá

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

August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
111 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

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

August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
173 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
270 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In September 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 mixed that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
307 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In September San Andrés generally has 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 less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
194 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
306 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In September Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
150 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
273 mm (11 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Cartagena 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
San Andrés 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 1378 mm (54 in)

Colombia weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in September?

In September, Colombia generally has very good weather conditions. Bogotá sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Colombia in September?

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

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in September?

Colombia sees substantial rainfall in September. Bogotá typically averages about 107 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Bogotá, September might be a good time to visit Colombia. 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 excellent weather in Bogotá. In contrast, February, March, April, October and November tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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