End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in November
This is the coldest month in Medellín: highs average 73°F (23°C) and lows 62°F (17°C), with about 8.7 in (221 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 46/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 8.7 in (221 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 73°F (23°C).
Lows average 62°F (17°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.7 in (221 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are January & February.
- Comfort holds steady from October (44 → 46/100).
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Medellín in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
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 8.7 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 November's rain moves in.
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 8.7 in of rain.
Comuna 13
Hillside neighborhood transformed by outdoor escalators, murals and hip-hop, best seen with a local guide.
Mondongo's
Popular Medellín institution for mondongo soup and bandeja paisa.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter November days.
Nearby in November
- Salento in November~111 mi · highs 69°F, 7.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in November~148 mi · highs 64°F, 6.5 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in November~287 mi · highs 84°F, 7.1 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Medellín?
It's middling, scoring 46/100. The best months are January & February, at up to 66. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 8.7 in (221 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Medellín in November?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in November?
Yes: about 8.7 in (221 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Medellín in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.