San Andrés

San Andres and Providencia Islands Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia in August.

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San Andrés Providencia

Planning a journey to the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the San Andres and Providencia Islands in August

The San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia is a region in Colombia. August in the San Andres and Providencia Islands 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 26°C (79°F) in San Andrés. 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 the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Providencia with an average of 187 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in San Andrés with 233 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. San Andrés enjoys about 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the San Andres and Providencia Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the San Andres and Providencia Islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Andrés)

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) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the San Andres and Providencia Islands in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the San Andres and Providencia Islands.

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 the San Andres and Providencia Islands

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia?

Temperature range in the San Andres and Providencia Islands (August)

Precipitation variation in the San Andres and Providencia Islands (August)

San Andrés

In August San Andrés 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.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
208 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in San Andrés →

Providencia

In August Providencia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Providencia →

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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 the San Andres and Providencia Islands in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Andrés 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Providencia 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)

The San Andres and Providencia Islands weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia in August?

August in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia brings unpleasant weather. In San Andrés, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia in August?

Average temperatures in the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia during August range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in San Andrés.

Does the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia, with San Andrés averaging around 233 mm (9.2 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit the San Andres and Providencia Islands, Colombia due to the typically unpleasant weather in San Andrés.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and April offering mostly perfect weather in San Andrés. The weather in September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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