Norte de Santander Weather in August

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

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Cúcuta

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

What to Expect in Norte de Santander in August

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Cúcuta. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Norte de Santander, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 34 mm (1.3 in) in Cúcuta.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Cúcuta gets approximately 219 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Norte de Santander by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Norte de Santander — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cúcuta)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Norte de Santander in August

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
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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 August for the most popular destinonation in Norte de Santander, Colombia?

Cúcuta

In August Cúcuta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
219 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
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Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Norte de Santander, 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.

Norte de Santander weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Norte de Santander, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cúcuta average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

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

Cúcuta averages a daytime maximum of 34°C (93°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

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

August is on the drier side in Norte de Santander, Colombia. Cúcuta averages only about 34 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Norte de Santander, Colombia with often tolerable weather in Cúcuta.

On average, the best time to visit Norte de Santander, Colombia is in January and February with generally tolerable weather in Cúcuta. On the other hand, the weather in May, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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