Best Time to Visit Santa Marta
Best time: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.
Mar is warmest (32.8°C high); Oct is rainiest (164 mm).
Santa Marta weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.1 | 22.4 | 5 | 8.7 |
| Feb | 32.5 | 22.8 | 10 | 9.3 |
| Mar | 32.8 | 23.4 | 12 | 9.3 |
| Apr | 32.7 | 24.2 | 38 | 8.6 |
| May | 32.6 | 24.9 | 73 | 8.1 |
| Jun | 32.7 | 24.8 | 83 | 8.2 |
| Jul | 32.7 | 24.4 | 50 | 8.6 |
| Aug | 32.5 | 24.2 | 83 | 9 |
| Sep | 32 | 24.2 | 121 | 8.9 |
| Oct | 31.7 | 23.9 | 164 | 7.9 |
| Nov | 31.7 | 23.8 | 117 | 7.8 |
| Dec | 31.9 | 23.1 | 30 | 8.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanFebMarDec
Beaches: JanFebMarDec
Hiking: JanFebMarDec
Sightseeing: JanFebMarDec
Santa Marta quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Sep, Oct, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Oct, about 164 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 32.8°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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