The best times to visit Medellin for ideal weather are

February 26th to May 20th

or

October 1st to November 18th

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

 

 


Other Medellin Travel Info

Weather in Medellin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Medellin vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th 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 Medellin, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 111.8°F (44.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 83.1°F (28.4°C) at night.

Medellin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Medellin 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.

Medellin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Medellin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Medellin 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 52 40.6 30.7
Feb 60.7 49.6 39.2
Mar 73.2 60.3 47.3
Apr 79.8 67.6 55.6
May 93.3 81.6 67.1
Jun 101.1 87.8 73
Jul 106.6 94 78
Aug 105.1 91.4 76.5
Sep 99.1 83.6 68.1
Oct 89 74.9 61
Nov 71.7 58.3 46
Dec 59 46.4 34.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 11.1 4.8 -0.7
Feb 15.9 9.8 4
Mar 22.9 15.7 8.5
Apr 26.6 19.8 13.1
May 34.1 27.6 19.5
Jun 38.4 31 22.8
Jul 41.4 34.4 25.6
Aug 40.6 33 24.7
Sep 37.3 28.7 20.1
Oct 31.7 23.8 16.1
Nov 22.1 14.6 7.8
Dec 15 8 1.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Medellin are June, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Medellin? 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 Medellin.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Medellin (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 5% 0 0.7
Feb 9% 0 0.8
Mar 4% 0 0.7
Apr 2% 0 0.4
May 2% 0 0.1
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0.2
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1.8
Feb 9 0 2
Mar 4 0 1.8
Apr 2 0 1
May 2 0 0.3
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0.5
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Medellin has some comfortably humid months, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is July (8.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (49.6%).

Wind in Medellin is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and April. July’s average wind speed of around 7.2 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.4 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 June where average top sustained speeds reach 16.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 5 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.1 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Mar 5.5 Light breeze 11.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.4 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 13.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 7 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Jul 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.4 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Sep 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 49.6%
Feb 47.3%
Mar 30.1%
Apr 22.9%
May 16.1%
Jun 10.3%
Jul 8.7%
Aug 13%
Sep 13.6%
Oct 18.5%
Nov 24.2%
Dec 32%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Medellin?

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 the Philippines; 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 Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Medellin, the Philippines is January, followed by September 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 Medellin in June. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 72.7 in June means 72.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Medellin Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 103.5°F (39.7°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Medellin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 103.6°F (39.8°C) and 59.1°F (15.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Medellin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 68.3°F (20.2°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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