What’s the climate like in Salento?
The current climate of Salento features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 31°C during the day to lows of 29°C. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 18°C and in the warmer months around 19°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Salento in recent years was 39°C in April 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 17°C in July 2020.
On average, Salento receives 4614 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Salento runs from June to November.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Colombia? Check out the weather and climate in places like Cartagena, Bogotá, Medellín, or have a look at other destinations in Colombia.
Best time to visit Salento?
The best time to visit Salento for pleasant to warm weather is April, June through August and December. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring Salento.
Climate Table of Salento
The climate table of Salento shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 881 | 434 | 773 | 262 | 294 | 135 | 116 | 128 | 466 | 519 | 349 | 257 |
| UV Index | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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- Average yearly temperature: 30°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in February and August
- Lowest temperature: 29°C in May, October, November and December
- Precipitation: 4614 mm per year, averaging 385 mm per month
- Driest months: 116 mm in July, 128 mm in August and 135 mm in June
- Wettest months: 881 mm in January, 773 mm in March and 519 mm in October
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Weather experiences in Salento
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Average Temperature per Month in Salento
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Salento, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Salento
This graph shows how much precipitation Salento, Colombia, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Salento
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Salento, Colombia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Salento
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Salento, Colombia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Salento
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Salento, Colombia, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Salento
The weather in Salento is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Salento? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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25 degrees, fresh air and light rain, especially in the evening. During the day, there was plenty of sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm during the day, with occasional rain, and pleasantly cold in the evening. Absolutely recommended.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm during the day, but rained in some places. Evenings were cool and ideal for hiking. Stunning natural beauty in mixed weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day it was sunny and warm enough for t-shirts, but in the evening we needed a jumper. It rained a little, but it usually didn't last long.— This text is automatically translated to English
Warm and sunny, ideal for exploring the beautiful countryside. There were showers, but these often fell at night, so this was not a problem.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were occasional showers, but they were mostly short-lived. Beautiful skies and pleasant temperatures for outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
In September, the weather in Salento is usually good, although heavy rain can be expected. It was a pleasantly warm day, but not too strenuous. Ideal climate for active relaxation!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Salento by Month
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