Month guide · Medellín · Colombia
Medellín in August
What August is really like in Medellín: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: ALONSOZAR, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
August is one of the best months to visit Medellín. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. The Feria de las Flores fills the city with parades and concerts; book rooms early.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in August
August is the 8th-warmest month in Medellín: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 28°C (82°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 31 days. Compared with July (28°C (82°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 05:57
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 18:17
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
First rainy season (March–May). Afternoon storms most days and greener hills; quieter and cheaper, apart from Semana Santa.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 5 for crowds (the peak is August at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in August). Book accommodation early: August is one of the pricier months.
Events in August
- Feria de las Flores — flower festival with the Desfile de Silleteros parade (usually late July to early August)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in August
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Aranjuez
Parque Explora
A large interactive science museum with hands-on rooms, a freshwater aquarium focused on Amazon and Colombian species, and a vivarium of reptiles and amphibians.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Museum · Centro
Museo Casa de la Memoria
Allow time to reflect afterwards; the exhibits are moving and some are graphic.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Free
- Rainy day
Gallery · Ciudad del Río
Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín
MAMM occupies a converted steel works in the Ciudad del Río district, showing Colombian and Latin American contemporary art and a collection of works by Medellín painter Débora Arango.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
Landmark · Centro
Plaza Botero
Visit in the morning and keep your phone and bag close; the square is crowded and pickpockets operate.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Art
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 17°C and 15 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Medellín?
One of the best months to visit Medellín, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are June–July and December–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Medellín?
It is one of the best months to visit Medellín. The Feria de las Flores fills the city with parades and concerts; book rooms early.
+How warm is Medellín in August?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Medellín in August?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.