Weather
Guatapé and Rock of Guatapé weather: best time to go
The climate is almost the same all year: cool mornings, mild afternoons. What shapes your trip is the rain, and that does change by month.
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- 1,925 mGuatapé altitude
- ~16.7 °Caverage temperature
- 13 to 23 °Caverage lows and highs
- ~2,645 mmrain per year
Temperature
Guatapé sits at 1,925 m above sea level, and that sets the tone: early mornings are around 13 °C and afternoons 21 to 23 °C, with almost no change between months. There are no seasons. At this altitude the sun burns even when it is cloudy, especially on the 740 steps up the rock.
Month by month
| Month | Low | High | Rain | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13 °C | 20.9 °C | 154 mm | 16 |
| Feb | 13.2 °C | 21.2 °C | 171 mm | 17 |
| Mar | 13.3 °C | 21.5 °C | 276 mm | 20 |
| Apr | 13.6 °C | 21.4 °C | 336 mm | 19 |
| May | 13.8 °C | 21.5 °C | 283 mm | 18 |
| Jun | 13.3 °C | 21.9 °C | 113 mm | 13 |
| Jul | 13.1 °C | 22.6 °C | 75 mm | 9 |
| Aug | 13.3 °C | 23.2 °C | 93 mm | 10 |
| Sep | 13.4 °C | 22.4 °C | 183 mm | 16 |
| Oct | 13.5 °C | 21 °C | 350 mm | 20 |
| Nov | 13.5 °C | 20.5 °C | 376 mm | 20 |
| Dec | 13.2 °C | 20.7 °C | 235 mm | 17 |
1991 to 2021 averages from Climate-Data.org. Historical references, not a forecast.
When it rains
There are two rainy seasons: March to May and September to November. The driest months are June to August and December to February. Sources disagree on the single driest month: Climate-Data says July, while the town's tourism guide, using Weather Spark data, says January. The practical advice is the same: in the rainy season, climb early, since downpours usually come in the afternoon.
Best time to go
For the view from the rock and a boat ride, the dry months are best: mid-December to early March and June to August. They overlap with Colombian holidays, so it is busier and worth booking a hotel in Guatapé early. In the rainy season there are fewer tourists and the landscape is greener; just leave slack in your plans.
Avoid Colombian long weekends and Easter week if you dislike lines. On weekdays at 8 am the rock is much quieter; check the opening hours.
What to pack
- Light clothes for the day and a warm layer for the evening.
- A rain jacket or umbrella, especially March to May and September to November.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
- Comfortable shoes with good grip for the stairs.
If you plan to spend time on the water, read the lake and boat tours too. For getting there, everything is in how to get there from Medellín.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
Checked on October 18, 2026. Prices and opening hours change: always confirm with the official source before you travel.