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Magdalena Weather in August

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

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Planning a getaway to Magdalena, 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 Magdalena in August

Magdalena, Colombia is a region in Colombia. August in Magdalena generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Santa Marta. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Magdalena, Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Taganga with an average of 126 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Minca with 294 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Santa Marta gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Magdalena by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Magdalena — and find the best time to visit. (based on Santa Marta)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Magdalena in August

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

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 Magdalena

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

Temperature range in Magdalena (August)

Precipitation variation in Magdalena (August)

Santa Marta

In August Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
220 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Santa Marta →

Taganga

In August Taganga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
190 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
126 mm (5 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Taganga →

Pozo Colorado

In August Pozo Colorado generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
220 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
153 mm (6 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Pozo Colorado →

Minca

In August Minca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
220 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
279 mm (11 in)
294 mm (12 in)
341 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Minca →

El Zaino

In August El Zaino generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
190 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in El Zaino →

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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 Magdalena in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Marta 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Taganga 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Pozo Colorado 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Minca 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 294 mm (12 in)
El Zaino 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Buritaca 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)

Magdalena weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Magdalena, Colombia typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Santa Marta average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

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

Santa Marta averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Santa Marta records an average of 174 mm (6.9 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Magdalena, Colombia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Magdalena, Colombia?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Magdalena, Colombia with overall pleasant weather in Santa Marta. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly perfect weather in Santa Marta. On the other hand, the month of October tends to have poor weather conditions.

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