Month guide · Bogotá · Colombia
Bogotá in September
What September is really like in Bogotá: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Lombana, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
September is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 8°C (46°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. Mixed weather with the second rainy season approaching; a quiet month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 8°C (46°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 9th-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 8°C (46°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 30 days. Compared with August (19°C (66°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 19°C (66°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 05:47
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 17:56
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
Windy months (June–September). Mixed sun and drizzle with breezy days, kite season and summer festival events in August.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is February at 3) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Bogotá, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Landmark · La Candelaria
Plaza de Bolívar
Visit in the morning, then walk up Carrera 7 and Calle 11 towards the Museo Botero.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Neighbourhood · La Candelaria
La Candelaria street art
Bogotá's walls are covered with large murals and graffiti, from political works to colourful portraits, especially along Calle 26, the streets around Chorro de Quevedo and the eastern edge of La Candelaria.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Photo spot
- History
Historic site · La Candelaria
Chorro de Quevedo
Try chicha, the fermented corn drink, in the Callejón del Embudo, but go easy — it can be strong.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Food
Historic site · La Candelaria
Quinta de Bolívar
A country house at the foot of Monserrate given to Simón Bolívar after independence, with period rooms, his personal items and well-kept gardens.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 8°C and 13 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 September a good time to visit Bogotá?
A good-value shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, July–August and December–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Bogotá in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Bogotá?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. Mixed weather with the second rainy season approaching; a quiet month.
+How warm is Bogotá in September?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 8°C (46°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Bogotá in September?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.