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Magdalena Weather in September

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

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Planning a getaway to Magdalena, 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 Magdalena in September

Magdalena, Colombia is a region in Colombia. September in Magdalena generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Santa Marta. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Taganga with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Minca with 341 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Santa Marta sees close to 202 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Magdalena, Colombia?

Temperature range in Magdalena (September)

Precipitation variation in Magdalena (September)

Santa Marta

In September Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
307 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Santa Marta →

Taganga

In September Taganga 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 tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
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
190 hours
175 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Taganga →

Pozo Colorado

In September Pozo Colorado 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 unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
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
220 hours
202 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
281 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Pozo Colorado →

Minca

In September Minca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
202 hours
206 hours
Monthly rainfall
294 mm (12 in)
341 mm (13 in)
363 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Minca →

El Zaino

In September 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 poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
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
175 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
291 mm (11 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in El Zaino →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Marta 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Taganga 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 189 mm (7.4 in)
Pozo Colorado 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Minca 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 341 mm (13 in)
El Zaino 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 291 mm (11 in)
Buritaca 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 307 mm (12 in)

Magdalena weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Magdalena, Colombia in September. The popular destination of Santa Marta averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Santa Marta peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in September, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Magdalena, Colombia peaks during September. Santa Marta averages roughly 249 mm (9.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Magdalena, Colombia?

In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Magdalena, Colombia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Santa Marta.

On average, the best time to visit Magdalena, Colombia is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Santa Marta. On the other hand, the month of October tends to have poor weather conditions.

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