When is the best time to visit Medellin?

January, December and February score best for comfortable weather in Medellin, balancing daytime temperatures against rainy days across the year.

What is the hottest month in Medellin?

July is typically the warmest month in Medellin, with daytime highs around 28.6°C.

November is typically the coolest month in Medellin, with daytime highs around 26.8°C.

October sees the most rain in Medellin, with around 24 rainy days.

January is usually the driest month in Medellin, with around 12 rainy days.

January, December and February score best for Medellin weather:

January28° / 18°CJanuary is one of the drier months, good for Metrocable views, Comuna 13 walks, and Guatape trips.
February28° / 18°CFebruary stays warm and manageable, with afternoon showers still possible around the valley.
December27° / 18°CDecember dries somewhat and turns festive, with Christmas lights and busy evening streets.

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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026

Month	High	Low	Rain (mm)	Rainy days	Daylight
JanuaryBest weather	28°	18°	65	12	12h
FebruaryBest weather	28°	18°	80	13	12h
March	28°	18°	125	17	12h
April	28°	18°	160	22	12h
May	28°	18°	200	23	12h
June	28°	18°	160	19	12h
July	29°	18°	120	17	12h
August	28°	18°	150	19	12h
September	28°	18°	180	22	12h
October	27°	18°	210	24	12h
November	27°	18°	145	21	12h
DecemberBest weather	27°	18°	95	15	12h

Temperatures in °C. Long-term monthly averages.

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Medellin in January: 28°C high, 17.7°C low, 65mm rain over 12 days, 11.7h daylight. Hot and dry — outdoor friendly, hydrate.

Medellin in February: 28.3°C high, 17.9°C low, 80mm rain over 13 days, 11.8h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in March: 28.1°C high, 18.2°C low, 125mm rain over 17 days, 12h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in April: 27.6°C high, 18.1°C low, 160mm rain over 22 days, 12.1h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.

Medellin in May: 27.9°C high, 18.1°C low, 200mm rain over 23 days, 12.3h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.

Medellin in June: 28.2°C high, 17.8°C low, 160mm rain over 19 days, 12.4h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in July: 28.6°C high, 17.6°C low, 120mm rain over 17 days, 12.3h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in August: 28.4°C high, 17.8°C low, 150mm rain over 19 days, 12.2h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in September: 28°C high, 17.8°C low, 180mm rain over 22 days, 12h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.

Medellin in October: 27°C high, 17.6°C low, 210mm rain over 24 days, 11.9h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.

Medellin in November: 26.8°C high, 17.7°C low, 145mm rain over 21 days, 11.7h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.

Medellin in December: 27.3°C high, 17.8°C low, 95mm rain over 15 days, 11.6h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.

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