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Minca is a tiny village in the tropical rain forest of Colombia and is an oasis of tranquility. Everyone looking for a relatively undiscovered piece of Colombia is in the right place here.
Minca Weather in October
October in Minca brings high temperatures around 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 23°C (73°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
Rainfall in Minca in October
As part of the rainy season, Minca sees around 13 days of rain in October, with an average of 363 mm (14 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Minca in October
Daytime highs in Minca in October reach 28°C (82°F), with nights around 23°C (73°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.
Sunshine in Minca in October
The month enjoys around 206 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.October in Minca can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Minca Temperature in October
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
363 mm (14 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
206 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Santa Marta, Colombia (12 KM, 7 Miles).
Minca Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Minca typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in October
Historical weather records for Minca in October
Browse day-by-day weather records for Minca spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Minca historical weather extremes in October
Based on weather observations in Minca between 1983 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.
- The hottest October day on record in Minca reached 38°C (100°F) (October 28, 1987).
- On October 25, 2007, Minca saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 20°C (68°F) on October 21, 2011, marking the coldest October night on record.
Best Places in Colombia in October
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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 Minca in October
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Minca in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Minca 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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