Caldas Weather in August

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

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Manizales Salamina La Manuelita Chinchiná

Planning a getaway to Caldas, Colombia this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Caldas in August

Caldas, Colombia is a region in Colombia. August in Caldas generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Los Nevados National Park at 21°C (70°F) and warm in Salamina at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Salamina and 10°C (50°F) in Los Nevados National Park.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Chinchiná with an average of 285 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in La Manuelita with 1681 mm (66 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Caldas in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Caldas

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Caldas, Colombia?

Temperature range in Caldas (August)

Precipitation variation in Caldas (August)

Manizales

In August Manizales generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
1538 mm (61 in)
1473 mm (58 in)
1324 mm (52 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Manizales →

Salamina

In August Salamina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
372 mm (15 in)
365 mm (14 in)
494 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Salamina →

La Manuelita

In August La Manuelita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
1774 mm (70 in)
1681 mm (66 in)
1433 mm (56 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in La Manuelita →

Chinchiná

In August Chinchiná generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
285 mm (11 in)
465 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Chinchiná →

Los Nevados National Park

In August Los Nevados National Park 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 poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
571 mm (22 in)
562 mm (22 in)
599 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Los Nevados National Park →

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In our records: Colombia August extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest August daytime high in Colombia was 10°C (50°F) in Tunja on August 15, 2019.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Caldas in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manizales 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 1473 mm (58 in)
Salamina 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 365 mm (14 in)
La Manuelita 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 1681 mm (66 in)
Chinchiná 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Los Nevados National Park 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 562 mm (22 in)

Caldas weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Caldas, Colombia in August?

Caldas, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Manizales average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Caldas, Colombia in August?

Average temperatures in Caldas, Colombia during August range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Manizales.

Does Caldas, Colombia get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Caldas, Colombia, with Manizales averaging around 1473 mm (58 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Caldas, Colombia?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Caldas, Colombia with overall perfect weather in Manizales. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Caldas, Colombia is in with generally poor weather in Manizales.

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