Tolima Weather in October

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

Considering a trip to Tolima, Colombia this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Tolima in October

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Ibagué at 26°C (79°F) and very warm in Honda at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Honda and 16°C (61°F) in Ibagué.

To explore the conditions in Tolima, Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Honda with an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Melgar with 555 mm (22 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Melgar gets approximately 160 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant 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)

Best Places to Visit in Tolima in October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Tolima, Colombia?

Temperature range in Tolima (October)

Precipitation variation in Tolima (October)

Melgar

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°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
182 hours
160 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
566 mm (22 in)
555 mm (22 in)
487 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Ibagué

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

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
160 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Honda

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Mariquita

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

September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Carmen de Apicalá

In October 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 poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
160 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
307 mm (12 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Colombia October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Colombia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Colombia brought 318 mm (13 in) in Santa Fe de Antioquia on October 13, 2015.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tolima in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melgar 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 555 mm (22 in)
Ibagué 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 244 mm (9.6 in)
Honda 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Mariquita 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Carmen de Apicalá 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 307 mm (12 in)
Espinal 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 202 mm (8 in)

Tolima weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, Tolima, Colombia generally has poor weather conditions. Melgar sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

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

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

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Melgar records an average of 555 mm (22 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Tolima, Colombia.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Tolima, Colombia?

In our view, October 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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