End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Bogotá in September
Little changes in Bogotá from August: highs stay near 67°F (20°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), and about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 67°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (103 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs near 67°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 47°F (8°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (103 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 80%.
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (January & February).
- Comfort holds steady from August (75 → 76/100).
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bogotá in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Plaza de Mercado de Paloquemao
Bogotá's big fresh market, with tropical fruit stalls, flower sellers and lunch counters.
Why now September scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Museo del Oro
More than 30,000 pre-Hispanic gold objects, including the Muisca raft linked to the El Dorado legend.
Museo Botero
Fernando Botero's donated collection of his own work plus pieces by Picasso, Monet and Dalí.
La Puerta Falsa
Tiny cafe near Plaza de Bolívar serving ajiaco, tamales and hot chocolate with cheese since 1816.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bogotá Beer Company
Local craft brewery with pubs across the city, pouring its own ales and stouts.
Nearby in September
- Salento in September~103 mi · highs 71°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Medellín in September~148 mi · highs 75°F, 8.0 in rain · 4°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Bogotá?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 88 in January & February. Expect highs of 67°F (20°C) and 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Bogotá in September?
Average highs are 67°F (20°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in September?
Some: about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 63.9 in (1624 mm).
What should I pack for Bogotá in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Bogotá in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.