End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Bogotá in July
Little changes in Bogotá from June: highs stay near 65°F (18°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), and about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 72/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 5.3 in (134 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 47°F (8°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.3 in (134 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 80%.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are January & February.
- Comfort improves from 68/100 in June to 72/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bogotá in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Museo Botero
Fernando Botero's donated collection of his own work plus pieces by Picasso, Monet and Dalí.
Usaquén Flea Market
Sunday market of crafts, jewelry and food stalls around Usaquén's old village square.
Why now July scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Plaza de Mercado de Paloquemao
Bogotá's big fresh market, with tropical fruit stalls, flower sellers and lunch counters.
Why now Highs near 65°F and 5.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
La Puerta Falsa
Tiny cafe near Plaza de Bolívar serving ajiaco, tamales and hot chocolate with cheese since 1816.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bogotá Beer Company
Local craft brewery with pubs across the city, pouring its own ales and stouts.
Nearby in July
- Salento in July~103 mi · highs 69°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Medellín in July~148 mi · highs 75°F, 7.2 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,790 m to Bogotá's ~2,551 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bogotá in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Bogotá?
It's middling, scoring 72/100. The best months are January & February, at up to 88. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bogotá in July?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in July?
Yes: about 5.3 in (134 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.9 in (1624 mm).
What should I pack for Bogotá in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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