The climate of Inírida
Inírida,
Colombia is classified under the Köppen climate identification system as Af, signifying a Tropical rainforest predominance. The geographic location places it in proximity to the equator, crafting a climate that is easily characterized as consistently humid and warm. The town does not experience a pronounced dry or wet phase, it is consistently drenched throughout the year due to its location.
Rather than seasonal variations, the weather parameters exhibit monthly alterations. High temperatures hover close to the 30°C (86°F) mark, oscillating between a high of 34.2°C (93.6°F) in
February, the warmest month, and a low of 27.4°C (81.3°F) in
June. Low temperatures follow a similar trend, fluctuating from 25°C (77°F) in February to 21.7°C (71.1°F) in
July. Relative humidity remains above 50%, peaking at 89% from
May to July, creating an overall sense of clamminess.
Rainfall is characteristically high throughout the year, except for February and
January, which witness a relative drop with 30mm (1.18") and 23mm (0.91"), respectively. In contrast, May receives the most rain with a notable 254mm (10"). Wind conditions remain relatively constant around the year, with a marginal increase in the month of
December at 14.4km/h (8.9mph).
The best time to visit Inírida
Prospective visitors may find the period from
December to
February appealing due to a relative decrease in rainfall and daily concomitant sunshine hours numbering up to 8.7 hours in
January and 8.8 hours in February. An UV index of 7 offers a balance between sun-soaked outdoor activities and UV exposure risk. Lower humidity during these months, pinpointed at 58% in January and 54% in February, promises a more comfortable environment despite the higher temperatures, reaching up to 34.2°C (93.6°F).
The worst time to visit Inírida
Venturing to
Inírida between
April and
August may prove challenging for visitors unaccustomed to high humidity and heavy rainfall. With Inírida receiving up to 254mm (10") of rainfall in
May and a stifling 89% humidity from May to
July, comfort level drops during these conditions. Furthermore, drier evenings in
June with temperatures around 21.9°C (71.4°F) might require light jackets for those sensitive to temperature dips.
Spring weather in Inírida
Given
Inírida's location near the equator, traditional seasonal demarcations do not apply. Nevertheless, for reference, during 'spring' months of
March,
April and
May, rainfall escalates dramatically. March experiences 138mm (5.43") while May hits a yearly high with 254mm (10"). Humidity also starts its upward spiral, climbing from 67% to 87%. Average high and low temperatures respectively shift from 32.4°C (90.3°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F) to 22.8°C (73°F).
Summer weather in Inírida
From
June through
August, rainfall remains high, yet drops marginally from
May's peak. June witnesses 242mm (9.53") while August records 167mm (6.57"). Relative humidity stays consistently high at 89% during June,
July and then declines to 85% in August. While temperatures maintain a steady pattern, slight cooling is felt as high averages range from 27.4°C (81.3°F) (in June) to slightly warmer 28.8°C (83.8°F) (in August), and low averages are 21.9°C (71.4°F) in June falling slightly to 22.3°C (72.1°F) in August.
Autumn weather in Inírida
During 'autumn' or
September to
November, weather sees relative improvements. Rainfall declines to 150mm (5.91") in November while humidity improves to 83%. A small boost in sunshine hours from 7.6 in September to 7.2 in November is noted. Meanwhile, temperatures remain largely steady with high averages comfortably near 30°C (86°F) and low averages just above 20°C (68°F).
Winter weather in Inírida
The 'winter' months from
December to
February are driest in relative terms. February being the driest month with only 30mm (1.18") of rain. Average temperatures reach their maximum with 34.2°C (93.6°F) in February. However, the average low is a comfortable 25°C (77°F), making these months the ideal visiting season. The wind speed is slightly higher at this time, fluctuating between 12.6km/h (7.8mph) to 14.4km/h (8.9mph). More sunshine is observed with up to 8.8 hours per day in February, when compared to 4.7 hours in
June.
Weather in January
Inírida,
Colombia, starts the year with a significant heat, as it sets the yearly record with an average high of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F). This month is known for its warm temperatures and light breezes, as it provides a welcome respite from the winter chills for those travelling from colder climates.
Weather in January » Weather in February
In
February, the temperature inírida trends slightly warmer as compared to
January, although the contrast may not be highly discernable. The climate remains dry and relatively comfortable, making February a generally good month for tourism.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March ushers in the onset of the rainy season inírida, as rainfall effectively multiplies by six from
February to 138mm (5.43"). Despite maintaining warm temperatures, the substantial increase in precipitation and average cloud coverage displaying a jump to 43% marks a visible change in the city's climate.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
By the time
April arrives, one can fully appreciate the dominant rainy season inírida, marked by frequent afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Compared to
March, April sees a sharp increase in precipitation, with rainfall intensifying to 228mm (8.98").
Weather in April »Weather in May
The torrential downpours continue to rule
May inírida, although total rainfall draws slightly back from the peak witnessed in
April to a still-hefty 254mm (10"). This month experiences a notable drop in average high temperatures, providing a noticeable cool-off from the hot start to the year.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June carries on the trend of
May in terms of weather pattern and is considered as another high precipitation month inírida. Rainfall decreases modestly to 242mm (9.53"), a figure still indicative of a strong rainy season. Reflecting a similar pattern from the previous month, June maintains a high level of humidity, the climate remaining quite saturated.
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Weather in July
In
July,
Inírida starts heading towards a drying trend as the month records a decrease in rainfall to 215mm (8.46"). This reduction in precipitation brings about a minor drop in temperatures, presenting a cooler atmosphere. Despite the reduction, the rainfall remains substantial, and the city remains shrouded in overcast skies.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August brings about a noticeable change in weather for
Inírida, as the city moves gradually out of its dominant rainy season. However, the rainfall remains substantial at 167mm (6.57"), pointing towards persistent periods of showers.
Weather in August » Weather in September
The arrival of
September symbolizes the final phase of the rainy season inírida, with rainfall dropping to 149mm (5.87"). Although the general trend toward dryness continues, prevailing atmospheric conditions still support frequent rain showers.
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Weather in October
In
October,
Inírida enters a period of transition, with the departure of the rainy season bringing in moderate weather conditions. Although early October can still report a fair amount of rain showers, overall rainfall sees a decline to 184mm (7.24").
Weather in October »Weather in November
November inírida marks the start of the dry season, with the decrease in rainfall observed clearly when it decreased to 150mm (5.91"). A more predominant presence of sunshine coupled with warmer temperatures signifies the return of typical tropical weather.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December experiences the lowest annual rainfall, dropping sharply to a mere 57mm (2.24"), signifying a distinct shift in climate towards the significantly dryer conditions of the year. The weather inírida becomes dry and warm, marking a clear end to the rainy season.
Weather in December »