Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in October
Little changes in Medellín from September: highs stay near 73°F (23°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), and about 9.1 in (232 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 9.1 in (232 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 85%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What October feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 62°F (17°C).
Expect regular rain: about 9.1 in (232 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 85%.
Plan around October
October is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February.
- Comfort slips from 51/100 in September to 44/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- 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 October
With 9.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Pergamino Café
Specialty coffee bar sourcing from Antioquian farms, with pour-overs and cold brew.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.1 in of rain.
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.
Mondongo's
Popular Medellín institution for mondongo soup and bandeja paisa.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Carmen
Chef-run restaurant in El Poblado pairing Colombian ingredients with modern technique.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter October days.
Pueblito Paisa
Replica Antioquian village atop Cerro Nutibara with views over the city.
Nearby in October
- Salento in October~111 mi · highs 69°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in October~148 mi · highs 65°F, 7.3 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in October~287 mi · highs 84°F, 9.5 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 October: quick answers
Is October 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 73°F (23°C) and 9.1 in (232 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Medellín in October?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in October?
Yes: about 9.1 in (232 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons), 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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