Medellín Weather in December 2026: what to expect (7.3/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

December falls in the wet season in Medellín. Showers are often brief but intense. With 70.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.7/10) is significantly better if possible.

December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Medellín. Compared to November: 18 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

8 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

muggy at times

17°

Daylight

11.6h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 36

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Medellín is July (7.7/10), 0.4 pt higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Medellín, in Colombia, has gone from "the world's most dangerous city" (1991, 6500 homicides/year) to a model of social urbanism (cable cars to the comunas, metro). January is my favorite month (8.1/10): 61-79°F, 51% rain, permanent spring climate (the city is called "la ciudad de la eterna primavera" because it sits at 4,900 ft altitude).

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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 monthJuly · 81°F

❄️Coolest monthOctober · 77°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 89%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

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Location

Where is Medellín ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Colombia

Equatorial tropical climate with a 7.7 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

6.25°N · 75.56°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Medellín?

July is the best month with 81°F highs, 61°F lows, 6.4h of sunshine and 57.0% rainy days. The months of July & January offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Medellín get in July?

Medellín averages 6.4 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.2/10.

What is the rainiest month in Medellín?

October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Medellín in July?

In July, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.

Is Medellín good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Medellín scores 7.0/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.2/10.

When should you avoid Medellín?

October is the most difficult month to visit Medellín, with October 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 Medellín in December?

The average UV index reaches 8 in December in Medellín (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.