Month guide · Bogotá · Colombia
Bogotá in July
What July is really like in Bogotá: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
July is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 9°C (48°F), about 14 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Windy, with light drizzle and some sunny spells; good for kite flying in the parks.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 9°C (48°F)
- Rainy days
- About 14
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the 7th-warmest month in Bogotá: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 9°C (48°F). Rain falls on roughly 14 of its 31 days. Compared with June (19°C (66°F)), July is about as warm; by August highs stay near 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 05:51
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 18:13
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
First rainy season (April–May). Frequent showers and grey skies; FILBo book fair and theatre and music festivals in some years.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 3 for crowds (the peak is February at 3) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in July
July has no major recurring festival in Bogotá, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Citywide
Ciclovía
Rent a bike from a shop in La Candelaria or Chapinero, or join a guided bike tour on a Sunday.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Kids
Park · Teusaquillo
Simón Bolívar Park
One of the largest urban parks in Latin America, with a lake, paths and lawns.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Nature
Garden · Engativá
Jardín Botánico José Celestino Mutis
Head for the tropical glasshouse on cold, grey days.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Kids
- Outdoors
Market · La Macarena
Plaza de Mercado La Perseverancia
A small traditional market in a working-class neighbourhood next to La Macarena, known for its lunch counters run by cooks serving ajiaco, sancocho, tamales and other Colombian dishes at shared tables.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 9°C and 14 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Bogotá?
One of the best months to visit Bogotá. The other best months are August and December–March. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Bogotá?
It is one of the best months to visit Bogotá. Windy, with light drizzle and some sunny spells; good for kite flying in the parks.
+How warm is Bogotá in July?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 9°C (48°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in July?
Expect rain on about 14 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.