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Best time to visit Bogotá
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Bogotá, Colombia
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 10-19°C, dry with clear skies | moderate | moderate |
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| February | 10-19°C, dry with clear skies | moderate | moderate |
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| March | 10-19°C, increasing rain showers | low | low |
⚠ Rainfall starts to increase, impacting outdoor plans. | |
| April | 9-18°C, frequent and heavy rain | low | low |
⚠ Bogotá's wettest month, expect significant rainfall daily. | |
| May | 9-18°C, frequent rain showers | low | low |
⚠ Rain continues, though slightly less intense than April. | |
| June | 9-18°C, moderate rain, some sunny spells | moderate | moderate |
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| July | 9-18°C, drier with sunny intervals | high | high |
⚠ Colombian school holidays mean higher crowds and prices. | |
| August | 9-18°C, drier with sunny intervals | moderate | moderate |
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| September | 10-19°C, increasing rain showers | low | low |
⚠ Rainfall starts to pick up again. | |
| October | 10-19°C, frequent rain | low | low |
⚠ One of Bogotá's wetter months, expect daily rain. | |
| November | 10-19°C, moderate rain | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Rainfall decreases towards the end of the month. | |
| December | 10-19°C, dry with sunny spells | peak | peak |
⚠ Peak tourist season due to holidays; book flights and accommodation well in advance. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
One of Latin America's largest music festivals, featuring international and local artists.
A massive biennial theater festival showcasing performances from across the Spanish-speaking world (check specific years).
A major literary event attracting authors, publishers, and book lovers from around the globe.
Colombia's Independence Day celebrations with parades and patriotic events.
A national holiday commemorating the decisive battle for Colombian independence.
The city is adorned with spectacular Christmas lights, especially along the Simón Bolívar Metropolitan Park and the historic center.
Insider timing tips
- •Bogotá has two distinct rainy seasons (April-May and October-November) and two dry seasons (December-March and June-August). The driest months are July and August.
- •Despite being near the equator, Bogotá's high altitude (2,640 m or 8,660 ft) results in cool, spring-like temperatures year-round, with average highs around 19°C and lows around 9°C.
- •While July and August offer the best weather, they coincide with Colombian school holidays, leading to higher prices and crowds. Consider the shoulder months of June or September for a balance.
- •The city's unique climate means even in the dry season, brief afternoon showers are common, especially in higher elevations.
- •Visiting during the major wet months (April, October) can offer significantly lower prices and fewer tourists, making it ideal for budget travelers focused on indoor activities like museums and galleries.
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