Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Medellín in September
Little changes in Medellín from August: highs stay near 75°F (24°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), and about 8.0 in (202 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 51/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 8.0 in (202 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 02 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 75°F (24°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 62°F (17°C).
Humidity averages 87%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.0 in (202 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are January & February.
- Comfort holds steady from August (52 → 51/100).
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 75°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics87% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Medellín in September
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Jardín Botánico de Medellín
Free botanical garden with an orchid house and the wooden Orquideorama canopy.
Why now Highs near 75°F keep it comfortable outside.
Mondongo's
Popular Medellín institution for mondongo soup and bandeja paisa.
Comuna 13
Hillside neighborhood transformed by outdoor escalators, murals and hip-hop, best seen with a local guide.
Why now Mild enough in September to enjoy at an easy pace.
Carmen
Chef-run restaurant in El Poblado pairing Colombian ingredients with modern technique.
Guatapé and El Peñol
Climb 700-plus steps up a granite monolith over a reservoir, then walk Guatapé's painted streets.
Nearby in September
- Salento in September~111 mi · highs 71°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
- Bogotá in September~148 mi · highs 67°F, 4.1 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Cartagena in September~287 mi · highs 85°F, 7.2 in rain · 6°C (10°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Medellín?
It's middling, scoring 51/100. The best months are January & February, at up to 66. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 8.0 in (202 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Medellín in September?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Medellín in September?
Yes: about 8.0 in (202 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 89.4 in (2271 mm).
What should I pack for Medellín in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 75°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (87% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Medellín in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.