What August feels like in Medellin
There are no four seasons this close to the equator: Medellin is warm all year, and August is no exception. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. After sunset it cools off noticeably — nights stay mild. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Medellin in August
August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. A rainy day brings about 8.1 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.7 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in August
On 15 August the sun rises at about 5:57 am and sets around 6:17 pm local time, giving 12 h 20 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-July (7 min shorter). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. About 84% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
August is the warmest month of the year in Medellin. It is about as warm as July, with 33 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 26.5°C (79.7°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Medellin in August
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Medellin in August?
Expect around 26.6°C (79.9°F) in the afternoon and 15.8°C (60.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Medellin in August?
It does: about 23 rainy days bring roughly 186 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Medellin in August?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is August or September better for visiting Medellin?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#4 of 12 vs #6). September has more rainy days.