Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Santa Marta with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Santa Marta in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Santa Marta with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature rises to around 33°C, with nights close to 20°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Santa Marta will be around 33°C, with nights close to 19°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 32% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Santa Marta. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Santa Marta in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
55 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Santa Marta?
August is a great month to be in Santa Marta for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Santa Marta in August
With 37°C, Santa Marta hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Santa Marta, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Santa Marta
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Santa Marta, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Santa Marta.
Daily UV Index in August in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Santa Marta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Santa Marta Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Santa Marta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Santa Marta Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Santa Marta, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Santa Marta
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Average Weather in Santa Marta by Month
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