Colombia Weather in November 2026: what to expect (4.3/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in November

November falls in the wet season in Colombia. Showers are often brief but intense. With 65.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

November ranks 7 out of 12 months in Colombia. Compared to October: 10 pts more rainy days, −0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index

8 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

comfortable

11°

Daylight

11.8h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 36

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Is November the right month?

The best month in Colombia is September (7.4/10), 3.1 pts higher than November.

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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).

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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 · 66°F

❄️Coolest monthJuly · 61°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 75%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

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Location

Where is Colombia ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 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 66°F highs, 48°F 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 48°F, while afternoon highs average 66°F.

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 November?

The average UV index reaches 8 in November in Colombia (high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.