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Risaralda Weather in August

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

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Pereira Santa Rosa de Cabal Cerritos Dosquebradas

Thinking about venturing to Risaralda, Colombia this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Risaralda in August

Risaralda, Colombia is a region in Colombia. August in Risaralda generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal to 26°C (79°F) in Cerritos. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Cerritos and 13°C (55°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Santa Rosa de Cabal with an average of 282 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Dosquebradas with 1717 mm (68 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Pereira sees close to 196 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Risaralda in August

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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 Risaralda

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

Temperature range in Risaralda (August)

Precipitation variation in Risaralda (August)

Pereira

In August Pereira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
1781 mm (70 in)
1674 mm (66 in)
1378 mm (54 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pereira →

Santa Rosa de Cabal

In August Santa Rosa de Cabal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
282 mm (11 in)
464 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Rosa de Cabal →

Cerritos

In August Cerritos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
1187 mm (47 in)
1133 mm (45 in)
991 mm (39 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
poor
Climate in Cerritos →

Dosquebradas

In August Dosquebradas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
1827 mm (72 in)
1717 mm (68 in)
1412 mm (56 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dosquebradas →

Belén de Umbría

In August Belén de Umbría generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
773 mm (30 in)
751 mm (30 in)
731 mm (29 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Belén de Umbría →

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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 Risaralda in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 1674 mm (66 in)
Santa Rosa de Cabal 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 282 mm (11 in)
Cerritos 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 1133 mm (45 in)
Dosquebradas 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 1717 mm (68 in)
Belén de Umbría 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 751 mm (30 in)

Risaralda weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Risaralda, Colombia generally has poor weather conditions. Pereira sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

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

In Pereira, the average daytime high in August is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Risaralda, Colombia, with Pereira averaging around 1674 mm (66 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Risaralda, Colombia?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Pereira, August might be a good time to visit Risaralda, Colombia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Risaralda, Colombia is in with generally poor weather in Pereira.

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