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Salento Weather in August

Salento in August averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. August is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Salento in August

As part of the rainy season, Salento sees around 15 days of rain in August, with an average of 935 mm (37 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Salento in August

In August, Salento sees pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Salento in August

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 196 hours of sun. Showers typically arrive in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, there's plenty of sunshine for sightseeing.

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Salento Temperature in August

Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
935 mm (37 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
196 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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Daily Historical Temperatures

48-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salento typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 21°C (70°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).

Average temperatures in August

Historical weather records for Salento in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Salento spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Salento historical weather extremes in August

According to our 21 years of weather records for Salento, the following extremes were recorded between 2005 and 2026.

  • The hottest August day on record in Salento reached 33°C (91°F) (August 27, 2019).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in August was 22°C (72°F), recorded on August 25, 2006.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 8°C (46°F) (August 31, 2020).

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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).

What to Wear in Salento in August

Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

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