The best times to visit Cucuta for ideal weather are

May 28th to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Cucuta Travel Info

Weather in Cucuta

Temperature

Average temperatures in Cucuta vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Cucuta, the hottest months are September, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late September where highs are regularly around 94.8°F (34.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.4°F (24.7°C) at night.

Cucuta Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Cucuta Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Cucuta Perceived Temperature (F)

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Cucuta Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Cucuta Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 87.5 79.9 70.9
Feb 88.2 80.6 72
Mar 88 80.6 72.7
Apr 89.9 81.9 73.6
May 91.1 83.2 74.7
Jun 92.1 84.2 76
Jul 92.3 84.1 75.3
Aug 93.7 84.8 75.3
Sep 94.3 85.5 75.6
Oct 91.8 83.2 74.2
Nov 88.1 80.9 73.3
Dec 87.3 80.1 72.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.8 26.6 21.6
Feb 31.2 27 22.2
Mar 31.1 27 22.6
Apr 32.2 27.7 23.1
May 32.8 28.4 23.7
Jun 33.4 29 24.4
Jul 33.5 28.9 24.1
Aug 34.3 29.3 24.1
Sep 34.6 29.7 24.2
Oct 33.2 28.4 23.4
Nov 31.2 27.2 22.9
Dec 30.7 26.7 22.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Cucuta are January, July, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Cucuta? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Cucuta.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Cucuta (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 1
Feb 8% 0 1.6
Mar 11% 0 1.8
Apr 19% 0 2.9
May 12% 0 2.5
Jun 8% 0 0.8
Jul 8% 0 0.9
Aug 10% 0 1.1
Sep 9% 0 1.8
Oct 13% 0 2.3
Nov 15% 0 3.5
Dec 9% 0 2.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 2.5
Feb 8 0 4.1
Mar 11 0 4.6
Apr 19 0 7.4
May 12 0 6.4
Jun 8 0 2
Jul 8 0 2.3
Aug 10 0 2.8
Sep 9 0 4.6
Oct 13 0 5.8
Nov 15 0 8.9
Dec 9 0 5.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Cucuta has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is September (49.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (69.1%).

Wind in Cucuta is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and August. June’s average wind speed of around 10.2 knots (11.8 MPH or 18.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late July where average top sustained speeds reach 19.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Cucuta.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.1 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.2 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
May 6.3 Light breeze 14.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 10.2 Gentle breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
Jul 10.2 Gentle breeze 18.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 8.7 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Sep 8.3 Gentle breeze 16.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.3%
Feb 64.6%
Mar 67.3%
Apr 66.3%
May 61.9%
Jun 53.2%
Jul 50.1%
Aug 50.6%
Sep 49.9%
Oct 59.8%
Nov 69.1%
Dec 67.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Cucuta?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Colombia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Cucuta, Colombia is April, followed by January and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Cucuta in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 65.7 in July means 65.7% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Cucuta Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.8°F (33.2°C) and 87.1°F (30.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Cucuta, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 94.8°F (34.9°C) and 86.8°F (30.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Cucuta to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88.9°F (31.6°C) and 86.7°F (30.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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