Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in April
Little changes in Medellín from March: highs stay near 75°F (24°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), and about 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 9.1 in (230 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 86%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What April feels like
Highs settle around 75°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 62°F (17°C).
With 89% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 9.1 in (230 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 86%.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (April – June), which brings about 25.8 in (655 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 57/100 in March to 44/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes75°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics89% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.1 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Medellín in April
With 9.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Carmen
Chef-run restaurant in El Poblado pairing Colombian ingredients with modern technique.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.1 in of rain.
Pergamino Café
Specialty coffee bar sourcing from Antioquian farms, with pour-overs and cold brew.
Why now Easy to slot in when April's rain moves in.
Mondongo's
Popular Medellín institution for mondongo soup and bandeja paisa.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter April days.
Plaza Botero & Museo de Antioquia
23 bronze Botero sculptures in the plaza and a museum with his paintings.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.1 in of rain.
Pueblito Paisa
Replica Antioquian village atop Cerro Nutibara with views over the city.
Nearby in April
- Salento in April~111 mi · highs 70°F, 7.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in April~148 mi · highs 65°F, 8.2 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in April~287 mi · highs 86°F, 2.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,848 m to Medellín's ~1,481 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.
Medellín in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Medellín?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are January & February. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Medellín in April?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in April?
Yes: about 9.1 in (230 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (75°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (89% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.1 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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