Colombia weather in September
What is the weather like in Colombia in September?
The weather conditions in Colombia in September vary from poor to pleasant depending on the destination.
During September in Colombia, the average maximum temperature varies from moderate in Dosquebradas with 17°C (63°F) to very high in Ríohacha with 33°C (91°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Ríohacha and 8°C (47°F) in Dosquebradas.
Precipitation in September varies from moderate in Paipa with an average of 83mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall to heavy in Nuquí with 643mm (25 inches).
It is also generally a
moderately sunny
time of year with an average of 111 hours of sunshine in Bogotá during the entire month.
We invite you to have a look at the map below to discover more about the various weather conditions around Colombia.
Where to go in Colombia in September





Popular destinations in Colombia
What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Colombia?
Average weather in Bogotá
In September Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (49°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Cartagena
In September Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (89°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Average weather in Santa Marta
In September Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Average weather in San Andrés
In September San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (83°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (80°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Medellín
In September Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (58°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is September the best time to go to Colombia?
In our opinion September is a good time to visit Colombia with commonly tolerable weather in Bogotá. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Colombia is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Bogotá.
The worst month is July that can have poor weather conditions.
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