Tolima Weather in April

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

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

What to Expect in Tolima in April

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Ibagué at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Honda at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Honda and 17°C (63°F) in Ibagué.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Honda with an average of 120 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Melgar with 932 mm (37 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Melgar, you can expect around 137 hours of sunlight in April, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Tolima by month

Best Places to Visit in Tolima in April

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

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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 Tolima

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

Temperature range in Tolima (April)

Precipitation variation in Tolima (April)

Melgar

In April Melgar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
137 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
594 mm (23 in)
932 mm (37 in)
1125 mm (44 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Ibagué

In April Ibagué 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 poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
137 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
291 mm (11 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Honda

In April Honda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Mariquita

In April Mariquita generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Carmen de Apicalá

In April Carmen de Apicalá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
137 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
333 mm (13 in)
535 mm (21 in)
609 mm (24 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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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 Tolima in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melgar 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 932 mm (37 in)
Ibagué 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 291 mm (11 in)
Honda 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Mariquita 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Carmen de Apicalá 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 535 mm (21 in)
Espinal 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 325 mm (13 in)

Tolima weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tolima, Colombia in April. The popular destination of Melgar averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

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

Melgar averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Melgar records an average of 932 mm (37 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for Tolima, Colombia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Tolima, Colombia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Tolima, Colombia with often poor weather in Melgar.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Melgar.

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