Colombia · SpringMonth summary
Colombia weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
10°C – 18°C
🌧 Rainy days
75% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Colombia in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Colombia in March is possible but September offers a score of 7.2/10 vs 5.4.
By trip type
Colombia in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Low season — 18°C and limited conditions. Upside: lower prices and few tourists Spring marks the start of the good season in Colombia. Temperatures rise (18°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 75% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 9°C | 19°C | 47% | 1.7 | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 10°C | 19°C | 59% | 2.5 | 10.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 10°C | 18°C | 75% | 3.8 | 9.8h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 10°C | 18°C | 69% | 3.8 | 10.0h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 10°C | 18°C | 69% | 3.1 | 9.8h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 10°C | 17°C | 64% | 2.6 | 10.4h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 9°C | 16°C | 65% | 2.5 | 10.4h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 9°C | 17°C | 41% | 1.3 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 9°C | 18°C | 34% | 1.1 | 11.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 9°C | 18°C | 55% | 2.3 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 10°C | 18°C | 65% | 3.3 | 10.3h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 9°C | 18°C | 49% | 1.8 | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Colombia averages 18°C, 75% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.4/10.
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Comparison
March vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -41%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Colombia in March
Is March a good time to visit Colombia?
March is not recommended for Colombia (score 5.4/10). With 75% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine, consider September (7.2/10) instead.
Does it rain a lot in Colombia in March?
Yes, 75% of days see rain in March. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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