The best times to visit Yopal for ideal weather are

January 15th to March 4th

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

 

 


Other Yopal Travel Info

Weather in Yopal

Temperature

Average temperatures in Yopal vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 5th 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 Yopal, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 90.9°F (32.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.4°F (23°C) at night.

Yopal Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Yopal 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.

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Yopal Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Yopal 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 89.5 83.8 71.7
Feb 89.8 83.7 72.8
Mar 88 81.8 71.7
Apr 87.1 81 71
May 86.2 80.3 70.6
Jun 85 79.4 69.7
Jul 85 78.9 68.9
Aug 85.6 79.6 69.4
Sep 88.3 81.9 70.4
Oct 88.1 81.9 70.6
Nov 87.6 81.4 70.4
Dec 88.3 82.6 70.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.9 28.8 22.1
Feb 32.1 28.7 22.7
Mar 31.1 27.7 22.1
Apr 30.6 27.2 21.7
May 30.1 26.8 21.4
Jun 29.4 26.3 20.9
Jul 29.4 26.1 20.5
Aug 29.8 26.4 20.8
Sep 31.3 27.7 21.3
Oct 31.2 27.7 21.4
Nov 30.9 27.4 21.3
Dec 31.3 28.1 21.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yopal are January, February, and then December. 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 July with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of July 23rd.

When can you find snow in Yopal? 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 Yopal.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yopal (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 10% 0 1.6
Feb 13% 0 3.5
Mar 38% 0 10.3
Apr 53% 0 16.6
May 59% 0 18.1
Jun 53% 0 14.4
Jul 63% 0 18.9
Aug 45% 0 10.5
Sep 35% 0 10.7
Oct 42% 0 11.9
Nov 46% 0 13.1
Dec 25% 0 7.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 10 0 4.1
Feb 13 0 8.9
Mar 38 0 26.2
Apr 53 0 42.2
May 59 0 46
Jun 53 0 36.6
Jul 63 0 48
Aug 45 0 26.7
Sep 35 0 27.2
Oct 42 0 30.2
Nov 46 0 33.3
Dec 25 0 18.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Yopal has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is January (48.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (69.6%).

Wind in Yopal is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 2 knots (2.3 MPH or 3.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late November where average top sustained speeds reach 6.4 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Feb 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Mar 1.4 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Apr 1.1 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze
May 1 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Jun 1.2 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Jul 1.1 Barely noticeable 4.5 Light breeze
Aug 1.1 Barely noticeable 4.6 Light breeze
Sep 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Oct 1.5 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Nov 1.4 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Dec 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 48.3%
Feb 50.4%
Mar 60.1%
Apr 65.6%
May 67.6%
Jun 69.6%
Jul 69.3%
Aug 66.5%
Sep 59.9%
Oct 61.3%
Nov 63.1%
Dec 56.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Yopal?

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 Yopal, 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 Yopal 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 Yopal Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.6°F (31.4°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is frequent with 12 to 18 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 the most precipitation with 14 to 20 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Yopal, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 87.3°F (30.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 11 to 14 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 Yopal to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 87.6°F (30.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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