Tolima Weather in August

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

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Melgar Ibagué Honda Mariquita

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

What to Expect in Tolima in August

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Ibagué at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Honda at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Honda and 16°C (61°F) in Ibagué.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mariquita with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to heavy rainfall in Melgar with 633 mm (25 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Melgar typically receives 196 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tolima by month

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

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April27°C (81°F) May27°C (81°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September27°C (81°F) October27°C (81°F) November27°C (81°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tolima in August

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

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 Tolima

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

Temperature range in Tolima (August)

Precipitation variation in Tolima (August)

Melgar

In August Melgar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
913 mm (36 in)
633 mm (25 in)
566 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Melgar →

Ibagué

In August Ibagué generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
very good
Climate in Ibagué →

Honda

In August Honda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Honda →

Mariquita

In August Mariquita generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
16 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Mariquita →

Carmen de Apicalá

In August Carmen de Apicalá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
196 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
440 mm (17 in)
293 mm (12 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Carmen de Apicalá →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tolima, in Colombia.

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 Tolima in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melgar 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 633 mm (25 in)
Ibagué 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Honda 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Mariquita 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Carmen de Apicalá 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 293 mm (12 in)
Espinal 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)

Tolima weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Tolima, Colombia typically experiences less favorable weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Melgar average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Tolima, Colombia during August range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Melgar.

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

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Tolima, Colombia, with Melgar averaging around 633 mm (25 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Tolima, Colombia?

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

On average, the best time to visit Tolima, Colombia is in with generally less favorable weather in Melgar.

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