Average daily temperature during the week of 13 January 2025 - 19 January 2025 was 30 °C (86 °F), average minimal (night) temperature was 24 °C (75 °F). The current temperatures are slightly below the long-term average for Santa Marta, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 32 °C (90 °F) and 23 °C (73 °F), respectively. The average temperatures observed during different times of day (based on local time) were as below: 7am 25 °C (77 °F), 10am 29 °C (84 °F), 1pm 29 °C (84 °F), 4pm 28 °C (82 °F), 7pm 28 °C (82 °F), 10pm 26 °C (79 °F).

During this week: 7 days without rain were observed. Santa Marta received 0 mm (0.00 in) of precipitation throughout the week, which is roughly same as its long-term average of 1 mm (0.04 in). From dawn to dusk, there was an average of 23 % cloud coverage during the day.

The wind's speed averaged 7.7 m/s. The prevailing winds blew from the South-West. The air pressure varied between 1009 hpa and 1016 hpa. The average air humidity was 67 % in Santa Marta.

During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 11 hours clear skies, 1 hour partially overcast skies and 1 hour overcast skies. The sunrise on average occurred at 06:20, and the sunset occurred at 17:52.

Weather overview

Santa Marta (Colombia) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 32 °C (90 °F) in November to 33 °C (92 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in June with 25 °C (76 °F), the lowest in January with 23 °C (73 °F). Sea temperatures are in the following range: 25 °C (78 °F) in February to 29 °C (84 °F) in September. The driest month is January with just 0 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is October with 10 days of rain.

January weather

The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F) in Santa Marta, while the minimum of the night temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 23 °C (73 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, and the minimum of the rainfall amount is observable as well in this month. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in January. The dry season is taking place.

February weather

The minimum of the sea temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 25 °C (78 °F) in Santa Marta. There is pending dry season. The rainfall amount starts to rise. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed in February.

March weather

The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 33 °C (91 °F) in Santa Marta, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed as well in this month. The dry season continues. The minimum of the humidity is observable, the value of this measure is 74 %. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value of 7 hours.

April weather

The sea temperature rise's start could be observed, its value is 26 °C (79 °F) in Santa Marta, while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 24 °C (76 °F). The rainfall amount starts to rise, its value is 39 mm (1.53 in), and the number of rainy days starts to rise too, with its value of 2 days. The dry season is taking place.

May weather

The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 27 °C (81 °F) in Santa Marta. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 6 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, with its value being 71 mm (2.78 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value being 6 hours.

June weather

The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 28 °C (82 °F) in Santa Marta, while the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 25 °C (76 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, its value is 7 hours. The day length is on its maximum in this month.

July weather

The day temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 33 °C (92 °F) in Santa Marta, while the sea temperature starts to descent, its value is 27 °C (81 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, and the number of rainy days descent's start could be observed as well in July. The night temperature descent's start could be observed in July. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 7 hours.

August weather

The day temperature starts to descent, with its value of 33 °C (91 °F) in Santa Marta, on the contrary the beginning of the rise of the sea temperature could be noticed, its value is 28 °C (82 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 88 mm (3.45 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, the value of this measure is 7 hours.

September weather

The number of rainy days continues to rise, the value of this measure is 10 days in Santa Marta, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, with its value being 112 mm (4.41 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed. The maximum of the sea temperature can be noticed in this month.

October weather

The number of rainy days reaches its maximum in Santa Marta, and the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed too, with its value being 154 mm (6.08 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum in this month. The humidity is on its maximum, with its value being 80 %. The wind speed is on its minimum in this month.

November weather

The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value being 32 °C (90 °F) in Santa Marta, while the sea temperature descent's start could be observed in this month. The number of rainy days starts to descent, its value is 6 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, its value is 116 mm (4.57 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed.

December weather

The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value of 27 °C (80 °F) in Santa Marta, while the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 23 °C (74 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 2 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value of 30 mm (1.19 in). The dry season is at its beginning. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise.

What temperature can I expect during the day in January in Santa Marta?

In Santa Marta in January, the average daily temperatures will be 32 °C (90 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.

Is it hot in Santa Marta in February?

Yes, it is hot in February in Santa Marta, although the perception of heat can be subjective. Daytime temperatures rise to 33 °C (91 °F).

Is March a good month to visit Santa Marta?

March is one of the best months to visit Santa Marta. The seawater temperature reaches ideal 26 °C (78 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 24 °C (74 °F). You can expect just 1 day of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 33 °C (91 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in April in Santa Marta?

In Santa Marta in April, we can expect 2 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.6 days of the week, or in general - 8 % days.

How many hours of sun to expect in Santa Marta in May?

There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in May in Santa Marta.

Is June part of the dry season in Santa Marta?

No, June is not a dry month in Santa Marta, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.

Is July part of the wet season in Santa Marta?

No, there is no wet season in July in Santa Marta - you can expect 6 days of rain during the month.

How windy is Santa Marta in August?

In Santa Marta in August, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

What level of humidity is to expect in October in Santa Marta?

In Santa Marta in October, expect humidity around 80 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.

What is the night temperature in Santa Marta in November?

The average night temperature in Santa Marta in November is 24 °C (75 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.

What is the sea temperature in Santa Marta in December?

The temperature of the sea in Santa Marta in December is 27 °C (80 °F). Seems like an ideal temperature for swimming, you can stay in the sea for a long time and enjoy it as well.