Norte de Santander Weather in October

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

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Cúcuta

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

What to Expect in Norte de Santander in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Cúcuta. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

October is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 130 mm (5.1 in) in Cúcuta.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Cúcuta enjoys approximately 195 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 October

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

Cúcuta

In October Cúcuta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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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September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
195 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
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 October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Colombia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Colombia brought 318 mm (13 in) in Santa Fe de Antioquia on October 13, 2015.

Norte de Santander weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Norte de Santander, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cúcuta average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Cúcuta peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in October, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

Norte de Santander, Colombia sees substantial rainfall in October. Cúcuta typically averages about 130 mm (5.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly tolerable weather in Cúcuta. On the other hand, the months of May, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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