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Minca weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
Dec–MarBest time to visit

When to go to Minca

Dec–Mar is driest for hikes and views. Apr–Nov brings rain and mud; mornings are clearer and afternoons often cloud over.

Minca weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
20°25°30°35°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January32°C89°F25°C76°F2 mm71%Pleasant
February32°C90°F25°C77°F2 mm67%Pleasant
March32°C90°F25°C78°F7 mm68%Pleasant
April32°C90°F26°C79°F30 mm72%Pleasant
May32°C89°F27°C80°F114 mm78%Hot & humid
June32°C89°F27°C80°F83 mm78%Hot & humid
July32°C90°F26°C80°F79 mm77%Hot & humid
August32°C89°F27°C80°F96 mm79%Hot & humid
September31°C88°F27°C80°F130 mm81%Hot & humid
October30°C86°F26°C80°F175 mm83%Rainy
November30°C86°F26°C79°F104 mm83%Pleasant
December31°C88°F25°C78°F26 mm77%Hot & humid

Best months across Colombia

PlaceBest monthsWarmest month
MedellínJul–Aug, Dec–FebFeb (24°C)
CartagenaDec–MarJun (30°C)
BogotáJul–Aug, Dec–FebFeb (20°C)
Santa MartaDec–MarMar (32°C)
CaliJul–Aug, Dec–FebAug (30°C)
SalentoJul–Aug, Dec–FebSep (21°C)
GuatapéJul–Aug, Dec–FebAug (23°C)
San AndrésJan–AprSep (29°C)
MincaDec–MarMar (32°C)
PalominoDec–MarMar (35°C)
Villa de LeyvaJul–Aug, Dec–FebFeb (22°C)
San GilJul–Aug, Dec–FebFeb (30°C)
JardínJul–Aug, Dec–FebAug (23°C)
BarranquillaDec–MarApr (30°C)
PereiraJul–Aug, Dec–FebAug (25°C)
LeticiaJun–SepSep (29°C)

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Minca?

Dec–Mar. Dec–Mar is driest for hikes and views. Apr–Nov brings rain and mud; mornings are clearer and afternoons often cloud over.

When is the rainy season in Minca?

Rain peaks in October with about 175 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Oct.

What is the hottest month in Minca?

March, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).

How cold does Minca get?

The coolest nights are in January, averaging 25°C (76°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.