2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bogotá in August

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

August is an excellent time to visit Bogotá. Bogotá has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 20°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

20°C

Avg Low

8°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

12.3h

Is August a good time to visit Bogotá?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:54 AM

Sunset

6:10 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 20°C 8°C 12 Excellent (best)
February 21°C 8°C 13 Excellent (best)
March 21°C 9°C 22 Wet
April 20°C 9°C 13 Wet
May 19°C 9°C 17 Wet
June 19°C 8°C 13 Wet
July 19°C 8°C 14 Excellent (best)
August 20°C 8°C 11 Excellent (best)
September 20°C 7°C 5 Good
October 20°C 8°C 11 Good
November 19°C 9°C 19 Wet
December 20°C 7°C 13 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for August

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is August a good time to visit Bogotá? +

August is typically Excellent for visiting Bogotá, with average highs of 20°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bogotá in August? +

With highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in August? +

Bogotá typically sees around 11 rainy days in August.

How many hours of daylight are there in Bogotá in August? +

In August, Bogotá gets approximately 12.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is August peak season in Bogotá? +

Yes, August is peak season in Bogotá. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Bogotá? +

The best months to visit Bogotá are December, January, February, July, August, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Bogota)

Last Updated: January 2026

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