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San Gil weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
Jul–Aug, Dec–FebBest time to visit

When to go to San Gil

Dec–Feb and Jul–Aug are driest, best for rafting and hiking. Apr–May and Oct–Nov are rainy; Christmas and Easter are busiest.

San Gil weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
15°20°25°30°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January29°C84°F18°C64°F45 mm73%Pleasant
February30°C85°F18°C65°F55 mm71%Pleasant
March29°C84°F19°C66°F116 mm74%Pleasant
April28°C82°F19°C66°F139 mm80%Pleasant
May28°C82°F19°C66°F161 mm80%Rainy
June28°C83°F18°C65°F112 mm76%Pleasant
July29°C84°F18°C64°F108 mm74%Pleasant
August29°C84°F18°C64°F116 mm74%Pleasant
September29°C84°F18°C64°F108 mm75%Pleasant
October27°C80°F18°C65°F174 mm81%Rainy
November26°C79°F18°C65°F146 mm84%Pleasant
December28°C82°F18°C65°F75 mm79%Pleasant

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 San Gil?

Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Dec–Feb and Jul–Aug are driest, best for rafting and hiking. Apr–May and Oct–Nov are rainy; Christmas and Easter are busiest.

When is the rainy season in San Gil?

Rain peaks in October with about 174 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May, Oct.

What is the hottest month in San Gil?

February, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).

How cold does San Gil get?

The coolest nights are in July, averaging 18°C (64°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 3.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.