Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Bogotá in October
Bogotá edges cooler than September, with highs of 65°F (18°C), lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 7.3 in (186 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 65/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 7.3 in (186 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 48°F (9°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.3 in (186 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
Plan around October
October is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February.
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in September to 65/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bogotá in October
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Catedral de Sal de Zipaquirá
Underground church carved into a salt mine 180 m below ground, about an hour north of Bogotá.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.3 in of rain.
Andrés Carne de Res
Sprawling steakhouse-party in Chía with handmade decor and dancing late into the night.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.3 in of rain.
Bogotá Beer Company
Local craft brewery with pubs across the city, pouring its own ales and stouts.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Usaquén Flea Market
Sunday market of crafts, jewelry and food stalls around Usaquén's old village square.
La Candelaria
Colonial quarter of cobbled streets, churches and street art around Plaza de Bolívar.
Nearby in October
- Salento in October~103 mi · highs 69°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Medellín in October~148 mi · highs 73°F, 9.1 in rain · 5°C (8°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Bogotá?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 65/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are January & February. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 7.3 in (186 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bogotá in October?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in October?
Yes: about 7.3 in (186 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.9 in (1624 mm).
What should I pack for Bogotá in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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