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Colombia, Colombia · Equatorial tropical

Colombia in October: go or not?

Tough period. Colombia in October only reaches 4.4/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 4.60°N · 74.08°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Colombia · October
4.4
9–18°
Temperature
55%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
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The month in detail

What to expect in October

October falls in the wet season in Colombia. Showers are often brief but intense. With 55.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

October ranks 5 out of 12 months in Colombia. Compared to September: 21 pts more rainy days, −1.2h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
10°
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is October the right month?

The best month in Colombia is September (7.4/10), 3.0 pts higher than October.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Colombia, South American country in the extreme north-west of the continent: 52 million inhabitants, only South American country with access to both Caribbean AND Pacific. Considered the "most diverse" of South America (Andes + Caribbean + Pacific + Amazon + eastern Llanos plains).

Read Gilles' full review →

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Colombia

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyPeso colombien ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Safe · 2/5
💰Cost of living Cheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 19°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month March · 75%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season May → Sep
🌧️Wet season Dec → Mar
🌀Cyclones None (equator)
Location

Where is Colombia ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Colombia
Equatorial tropical climate with a 7.4 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
4.60°N · 74.08°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Colombia?
January is the best month with 19.0°C highs, 9.0°C lows, 7.1h of sunshine and 47.0% rainy days. The months of January & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Colombia get in January?
Colombia averages 7.1 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Colombia?
March is the most unfavourable month with March has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Colombia in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 9.0°C, while afternoon highs average 19.0°C.
Is Colombia good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Colombia scores 5.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 7.0/10.
When should you avoid Colombia?
March is the most difficult month to visit Colombia, with March has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Colombia in October?
The average UV index reaches 9 in October in Colombia (very high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Protection essential.