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Best time to visit Medellin: month by month
Short answer
Medellín is the 'city of eternal spring', with highs of about 25–27°C and lows of about 15–16°C all year. The drier months are December to February and July to August, while March to May and October to November bring heavier afternoon rain (up to 28–30 rainy days a month). Early August and December are festive but busier.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25°C | 15°C | 17 | high |
| Feb | 26°C | 16°C | 21 | medium |
| Mar | 25°C | 16°C | 30 | medium |
| Apr | 25°C | 16°C | 28 | medium |
| May | 26°C | 16°C | 26 | low |
| Jun | 25°C | 16°C | 25 | medium |
| Jul | 27°C | 16°C | 17 | high |
| Aug | 26°C | 16°C | 23 | very high |
| Sep | 27°C | 16°C | 23 | medium |
| Oct | 25°C | 16°C | 29 | low |
| Nov | 25°C | 16°C | 25 | medium |
| Dec | 26°C | 16°C | 21 | very high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of about 25–26°C and frequent afternoon rain, with 26–30 rainy days a month; quieter for tourism.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of 25–27°C; July is one of the drier months, and the Feria de las Flores fills the city in early August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs of about 25–27°C, with October and November among the wettest months; usually lower demand.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of 25–26°C and somewhat drier weather; Christmas lights along the river and holiday crowds.
Events worth planning around
- Colombiamoda fashion week — July
- Feria de las Flores, with the silleteros parade — early August
- Alumbrados (Christmas lights) along the Medellín River — December to early January
When to avoid
There is no bad time weather-wise, but April–May and October–November have the most rain. Accommodation is tightest and dearest during the Feria de las Flores and Christmas–New Year.
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Common questions
When is the best time to visit Medellín?
Any time of year, but December to February and July to August are drier.
When is the Feria de las Flores?
In early August, with the parade of silleteros (flower carriers) as the highlight.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín?
Yes, short afternoon showers are common, especially in April–May and October–November.