Guajira Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Guajira, Colombia in September.

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Palomino Cabo de la Vela Ríohacha San Juan del Cesar

Planning a getaway to Guajira, Colombia this September 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 Guajira in September

Guajira, Colombia is a region in Colombia. September in Guajira generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Palomino at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Ríohacha at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Ríohacha and 24°C (75°F) in Palomino.

For a closer look at conditions across Guajira, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cabo de la Vela with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Palomino with 327 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Palomino as an example - it receives around 175 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Guajira in September

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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 Guajira

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Guajira, Colombia?

Temperature range in Guajira (September)

Precipitation variation in Guajira (September)

Palomino

In September Palomino generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
175 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
327 mm (13 in)
380 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Palomino →

Cabo de la Vela

In September Cabo de la Vela generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cabo de la Vela →

Ríohacha

In September Ríohacha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ríohacha →

San Juan del Cesar

In September San Juan del Cesar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
212 hours
180 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
259 mm (10 in)
277 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in San Juan del Cesar →

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

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Guajira in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palomino 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 327 mm (13 in)
Cabo de la Vela 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Ríohacha 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
San Juan del Cesar 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 259 mm (10 in)

Guajira weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guajira, Colombia in September?

Expect poor weather across Guajira, Colombia in September. The popular destination of Palomino averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Guajira, Colombia in September?

Average temperatures in Guajira, Colombia during September range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Palomino.

Does Guajira, Colombia get a lot of rain in September?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Palomino records an average of 327 mm (13 in) in September, putting it among the wetter months for Guajira, Colombia.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Guajira, Colombia?

In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Guajira, Colombia due to the typically poor weather in Palomino.

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Palomino. In contrast, May, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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