Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Salento in April
Little changes in Salento from March: highs stay near 70°F (21°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), and about 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 62/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (193 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 88%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What April feels like
Days are warm, averaging 70°F (21°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (13°C).
Expect regular rain: about 7.6 in (193 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 88%.
Plan around April
April is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are January & February and July & August.
- Comfort slips from 70/100 in March to 62/100.
- Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes70°F afternoons
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Salento in April
With 7.6 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Brunch de Salento
Long-running traveler cafe known for big breakfasts and peanut butter brownies.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.6 in of rain.
Helena Adentro
Filandia restaurant with modern Colombian dishes and cocktails using regional ingredients.
Why now Easy to slot in when April's rain moves in.
Café Jesús Martín
Specialty coffee house run by a local grower family, with tastings and roastery tours.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter April days.
Los Amigos Tejo
Local hall where you throw metal pucks at gunpowder targets in tejo, Colombia's national sport.
Finca El Ocaso
Working coffee farm near Salento offering tours from plant to cup with a tasting.
Nearby in April
- Bogotá in April~103 mi · highs 65°F, 8.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Medellín in April~111 mi · highs 75°F, 9.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~2,267 m to Salento's ~1,993 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.
Salento in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Salento?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 62/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are January & February and July & August. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain. Our Colombia: Coffee to Caribbean route recommends Dec – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Salento in April?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Salento in April?
Yes: about 7.6 in (193 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.3 in (1632 mm).
What should I pack for Salento in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (70°F afternoons), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Salento in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.