When to go to Coffee Region (Zona Cafetera)
December - March
These are the driest months in the coffee region, though you can expect rainfall at any time of year. Temperatures hover in the high 20°Cs. The fortnight over Christmas and New Year can be very busy with international and local visitors.
25°C Average max daytime temperature
15°C Average min nighttime temperature
14 days per season rainfall
Low humidity
April - June
Temperatures hover in the high 20°Cs and there is rainfall one out of every two days, which keeps the landscapes verdant and fresh.
25°C Average max daytime temperature
15°C Average min nighttime temperature
19 days per season rainfall
Low humidity
July - August
These months see less rainfall, though you are never guaranteed dry weather in the temperate coffee mountains, and temperatures are comfortable in the high 20°Cs. This is a great time to hike to the Cocora Valley trek from Salento, taking in vistas of the world’s tallest palm trees.
25°C Average max daytime temperature
15°C Average min nighttime temperature
15 days per season rainfall
Low humidity
September - November
One out of every two days is wet during these months, though temperatures are pleasant and comfortable in the high 20°Cs. There are far fewer visitors than in December, making this a good time to enjoy the scenery in utter peace and quiet.
24°C Average max daytime temperature
15°C Average min nighttime temperature
20 days per season rainfall
Low humidity
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