Ríohacha weather in October (Guajira, Colombia)

Thinking of visiting Ríohacha in October? Check the weather first! Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of October in Ríohacha typically includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Ríohacha in October usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 11 days will experience rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ríohacha. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ríohacha climate page with graphs.

 

Ríohacha, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 191 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Where to go in Colombia in October

Find out more about the weather in Colombia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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