Cesar Weather in August

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

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Valledupar Aguachica

Are you planning a trip a to Cesar, Colombia in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Cesar in August

Cesar, Colombia is a region in Colombia. August in Cesar generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Valledupar. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Valledupar with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Aguachica with 330 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Valledupar enjoys approximately 212 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Cesar in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cesar.

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 Cesar

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

Temperature range in Cesar (August)

Precipitation variation in Cesar (August)

Valledupar

In August Valledupar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
212 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
256 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Valledupar →

Aguachica

In August Aguachica generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
330 mm (13 in)
376 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aguachica →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cesar, in Colombia.

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 Cesar in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Valledupar 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Aguachica 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 330 mm (13 in)

Cesar weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Cesar, Colombia in August. The popular destination of Valledupar averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

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

Valledupar averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

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

Rainfall in Cesar, Colombia peaks during August. Valledupar averages roughly 186 mm (7.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Cesar, Colombia?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Cesar, Colombia with often unpleasant weather in Valledupar.

On average, the best time to visit Cesar, Colombia is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Valledupar. The weather in April, May, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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