Norte de Santander Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Norte de Santander, Colombia in April.

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Cúcuta

Planning a trip to Norte de Santander, Colombia this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Norte de Santander in April

Norte de Santander, Colombia is a region in Colombia. April in Norte de Santander generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Cúcuta. 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 specific regional insights in Norte de Santander, Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

April is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 159 mm (6.3 in) in Cúcuta.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Cúcuta receives about 143 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Norte de Santander in April

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

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 Norte de Santander

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in Norte de Santander, Colombia?

Cúcuta

In April Cúcuta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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March
April
May
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
143 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cúcuta →

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

In our records: Colombia April extremes

Notable April 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 warmest April day in Colombia reached 42°C (108°F) in Pozo Colorado on April 17, 2016.
  • Based on our data, the coldest April night in Colombia dropped to -2°C (28°F) in Puerto Carreño on April 21, 2015.

Norte de Santander weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norte de Santander, Colombia in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across Norte de Santander, Colombia in April. The popular destination of Cúcuta averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Norte de Santander, Colombia in April?

Cúcuta averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does Norte de Santander, Colombia get a lot of rain in April?

Cúcuta typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 159 mm (6.3 in) on average across Norte de Santander, Colombia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Norte de Santander, Colombia?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Norte de Santander, Colombia with overall tolerable weather in Cúcuta. 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 and February offering mostly tolerable weather in Cúcuta. In contrast, May, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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