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Santander Weather in April

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

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Planning a getaway to Santander, Colombia this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Santander in April

Santander, Colombia is a region in Colombia. April in Santander generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Pescadero at 25°C (77°F) and very warm in Barrancabermeja at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Barrancabermeja and 16°C (61°F) in Pescadero.

For specific regional insights in Santander, Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Barrancabermeja with an average of 366 mm (14 in) to heavy rainfall in Bucaramanga with 582 mm (23 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bucaramanga receives about 137 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.

Explore Santander by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santander - and find the best time to visit. (based on Bucaramanga)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March25°C (77°F) April25°C (77°F) May25°C (77°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October24°C (75°F) November24°C (75°F) December25°C (77°F)
Best Time to Visit Santander →

Best Places to Visit in Santander in April

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

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Santander, Colombia?

Temperature range in Santander (April)

Precipitation variation in Santander (April)

Bucaramanga

In April Bucaramanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
137 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
401 mm (16 in)
582 mm (23 in)
750 mm (30 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Bucaramanga →

Barichara

In April Barichara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
137 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
405 mm (16 in)
503 mm (20 in)
574 mm (23 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Barichara →

San Gil

In April San Gil 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 less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
137 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
337 mm (13 in)
473 mm (19 in)
561 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in San Gil →

Barrancabermeja

In April Barrancabermeja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
145 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
256 mm (10 in)
366 mm (14 in)
379 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Barrancabermeja →

Girón

In April Girón generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
137 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
375 mm (15 in)
533 mm (21 in)
658 mm (26 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Girón →

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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.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Santander in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bucaramanga 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 582 mm (23 in)
Barichara 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 503 mm (20 in)
San Gil 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 473 mm (19 in)
Barrancabermeja 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 366 mm (14 in)
Girón 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 533 mm (21 in)
Los Santos 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 566 mm (22 in)

Santander weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Santander, Colombia typically experiences less favorable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bucaramanga average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

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

Bucaramanga averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bucaramanga records an average of 582 mm (23 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for Santander, Colombia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Santander, Colombia?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Santander, Colombia due to the typically less favorable weather in Bucaramanga.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly less favorable weather in Bucaramanga.

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