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Bucaramanga Weather in October
Bucaramanga in October sees high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 16°C (61°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 683 mm (27 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Bucaramanga in October
Bucaramanga is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 21 days and an average of 683 mm (27 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Bucaramanga in October
In October, Bucaramanga sees high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 16°C (61°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.
Sunshine in Bucaramanga in October
The area enjoys a balanced 153 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.Our weather planner can help you explore other travel destinations worldwide.
Bucaramanga Temperature in October
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
683 mm (27 in)
Rainy days
21 days
Humidity
87%
Sunshine
153 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bucaramanga typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 19°C (66°F).
Average temperatures in October
Historical weather records for Bucaramanga in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bucaramanga spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Bucaramanga historical weather extremes in October
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Bucaramanga from 1999 through 2025.
- Bucaramanga recorded its highest October temperature of 33°C (91°F) on October 15, 2004.
- Bucaramanga experienced its chilliest October day on October 9, 2014, reaching only 20°C (68°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 14°C (57°F) (October 31, 2022).
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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).
What to Wear in Bucaramanga in October
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
Bucaramanga 3-Day Forecast
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