Monthly climate guide
Popayán weather in October
October in Popayán is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (75°F) and night-time lows near 15°C (59°F). The month usually brings about 115 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- It's wetter than a typical month in Popayán — roughly 38% more rain than average.
- Popayán is usually about 3°C warmer than Cali, 110 km away, in October.
- October falls in Popayán's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
Avg high
24°C
75°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
115 mm
wet
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
84%
cloud · often cloudy
Popayán weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 77 mm | 85% | 73% |
| February | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 76 mm | 84% | 80% |
| March | 24°C / 74°F | 15°C / 60°F | 98 mm | 84% | 86% |
| April | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 60°F | 137 mm | 85% | 87% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 60°F | 108 mm | 84% | 87% |
| June | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 58°F | 41 mm | 80% | 80% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 58°F | 39 mm | 78% | 79% |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 58°F | 22 mm | 76% | 77% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 59°F | 37 mm | 77% | 77% |
| October | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 115 mm | 83% | 84% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 152 mm | 86% | 85% |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 99 mm | 85% | 76% |
What to pack for October
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is October a good time to visit Popayán?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Popayán →Other Colombia cities in October
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Popayán in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Popayán?
October is one of the wetter months in Popayán, with about 115 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Popayán in October?
Average highs are about 24°C (75°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Popayán in October?
Popayán typically gets around 115 mm of rain in October — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Popayán (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.