Vaupés Department Weather in October

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

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Planning a trip to Vaupés Department, Colombia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Vaupés Department in October

Vaupés Department, Colombia is a region in Colombia. October in Vaupés Department generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Mitú. 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 a closer look at conditions across Vaupés Department, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

October is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 197 mm (7.8 in) in Mitú.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Mitú gets around 121 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Vaupés Department by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vaupés Department — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mitú)

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Vaupés Department in October

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Vaupés Department

What is the weather like in October for the most popular destinonation in Vaupés Department, Colombia?

Mitú

In October Mitú generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
121 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Vaupés Department, in Colombia.

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.

Vaupés Department weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vaupés Department, Colombia in October?

Vaupés Department, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Mitú average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Vaupés Department, Colombia in October?

In Mitú, the average daytime high in October is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Vaupés Department, Colombia get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mitú records an average of 197 mm (7.8 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Vaupés Department, Colombia.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Vaupés Department, Colombia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Mitú, October may not be the ideal time to visit Vaupés Department, Colombia.

Generally speaking, January provides unpleasant weather in Mitú.

Interested in more climate information?

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