Medellín, ColombiaQuick decision
When to visit Medellín?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
16°C–26°C in January
🌧 Least rain
51% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
March (85%)
📅 Best score
7.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Metrocable & Comuna 13Year-round — cable car, escalators and street art.
Flower FestivalAugust — silleteros parade, flowers and music.
Coffee ToursYear-round — coffee fincas 2h away, roasting and tasting.
GastronomyYear-round — bandeja paisa, Mercado del Río and trendy restaurants.
Monthly climate data
Medellín weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 16°C | 26°C | 51% | 3.2 | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ February | 16°C | 26°C | 72% | 4.6 | 10.6h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 16°C | 26°C | 85% | 6.8 | 9.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 16°C | 26°C | 86% | 8.8 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 16°C | 26°C | 84% | 8.4 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ June | 16°C | 26°C | 74% | 6.5 | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 16°C | 27°C | 57% | 4.1 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ August | 16°C | 27°C | 62% | 4.8 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ September | 16°C | 27°C | 77% | 6.4 | 10.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 16°C | 25°C | 89% | 8.2 | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 16°C | 25°C | 88% | 7.7 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 16°C | 25°C | 70% | 3.9 | 10.4h | 7.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 26°C, 85% rainy days, 9.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 27°C, 64% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 26°C, 85% rainy days, 9.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 26°C, 64% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 51% rainy days and 26°C.
March is the wettest month with 85% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 26°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.3/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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