Best time to visit
Best time to visit Colombia
The dry seasons (December–March and July–August) are the best times. Bogotá is spring-like year-round at altitude; the Caribbean coast is warmest December–April.
Best monthsDecember–March, July–August
Month-by-month overview
| Month | High / Low | Rainfall | Crowds | Prices | Verdict | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20° / 7°C | 30mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
| Feb | 20° / 8°C | 40mm | Medium | $$Mid | Great | Barranquilla Carnival |
| Mar | 20° / 9°C | 65mm | Medium | $$Mid | Good | — |
| Apr | 20° / 10°C | 110mm | Low | $Low | Okay | Rainy season begins |
| May | 19° / 10°C | 100mm | Low | $Low | Okay | — |
| Jun | 19° / 9°C | 55mm | Medium | $$Mid | Good | Mini dry season |
| Jul | 19° / 9°C | 40mm | Medium | $$Mid | Great | — |
| Aug | 19° / 9°C | 40mm | Medium | $$Mid | Great | Feria de las Flores |
| Sep | 19° / 9°C | 80mm | Low | $Low | Okay | — |
| Oct | 19° / 10°C | 135mm | Low | $Low | Avoid | Wettest month |
| Nov | 19° / 9°C | 100mm | Low | $Low | Okay | — |
| Dec | 19° / 8°C | 45mm | High | $$$Peak | Great | — |
Month-by-month deep dives
Featured in our research
Colombia ranks #10 in The Luxury-per-Dollar Index 2026
Cartagena, Colombia — Americas. Casa San Agustín-tier 5★ from $460; walled-city walking radius.
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Colombia ranks #24 in The Shoulder Season Score 2026
Cartagena, Colombia — Americas · Early March. End of dry season, 70% of peak pricing, walkable old town.
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Carnival of Barranquilla
FebUNESCO-listed carnival rivalling Rio with cumbia music and colourful parades.
Feria de las Flores
AugMedellín’s famous flower festival with the Silleteros parade.
Festival de la Leyenda Vallenata
AprValledupar’s celebration of vallenato music and Colombian folklore.
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