AI-generatedTolú at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Jul · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,160 h
- Rain a year
- 1,980 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Tolú
Tolú has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. February is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while November is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,160 hours of sunshine a year, Tolú is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tolú
The best time to visit Tolú is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to February. The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is May with 248 mm.
Tolú through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tolú in the dry season
Nov – Apr
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 96 rainy days in all
Tolú in the rainy season
May – Oct
Good
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 174 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: January – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:5017:46
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:37–06:18 · evening 17:18–17:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:29–05:37 · evening 17:59–18:07
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Tolú compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end. The sea cools from 30° to 29°. The days get 0.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 30° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.8 h |
What is the weather like in Tolú in October?
In October, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 237 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 56 min05:50 – 17:46
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 89 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %99 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %33 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Tolú
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Tolú: score 85 against 66. In January, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in January. January has 23 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 85better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.6° | 28.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.0 h | 7.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 30 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 237 mm | 27 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tolú month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
85January32° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In January, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 27 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in January83February33° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In February, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 26 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in February74March33° · Sea 28° · 7.3 h
In March, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 52 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in March63April32° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In April, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 154 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in April61May32° · Sea 29° · 4.9 h
In May, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 248 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in May61June32° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In June, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 245 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in June61July32° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In July, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 241 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in July61August32° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In August, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 237 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in August64September32° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In September, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 235 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in September66October31° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In October, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 237 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in October69November31° · Sea 29° · 5.6 h
In November, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 191 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in November69December32° · Sea 29° · 6.7 h
In December, Tolú is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 88 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Tolú.
Tolú in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Tolú
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (24°), the warmest in April (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 85 | 32° | 24° | 28.9° | 7.9 h | 7 | 27 |
| FebruaryFeb | 83 | 33° | 24° | 28.5° | 7.6 h | 6 | 26 |
| MarchMar | 74 | 33° | 25° | 28.3° | 7.3 h | 13 | 52 |
| AprilApr | 63 | 32° | 25° | 28.7° | 6.0 h | 24 | 154 |
| MayMay | 61 | 32° | 25° | 29.4° | 4.9 h | 29 | 248 |
| JuneJun | 61 | 32° | 25° | 30.0° | 5.0 h | 28 | 245 |
| JulyJul | 61 | 32° | 25° | 30.1° | 5.1 h | 29 | 241 |
| AugustAug | 61 | 32° | 25° | 30.0° | 5.0 h | 29 | 237 |
| SeptemberSep | 64 | 32° | 25° | 29.9° | 5.0 h | 29 | 235 |
| OctoberOct | 66 | 31° | 24° | 29.6° | 5.0 h | 30 | 237 |
| NovemberNov | 69 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 5.6 h | 27 | 191 |
| DecemberDec | 69 | 32° | 24° | 29.3° | 6.7 h | 19 | 88 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Tolú
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.3 – 30.1 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tolú ranges from 28.3 °C in March to 30.1 °C in July. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in July, eight out of ten years were between 29.6 and 30.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.9° | 28.3° | 29.4° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.5° | 28.1° | 29.1° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.3° | 27.7° | 29.0° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.7° | 28.0° | 29.5° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.4° | 28.7° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 30.0° | 29.5° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.1° | 29.6° | 30.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.0° | 29.4° | 30.7° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.9° | 29.2° | 30.4° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.6° | 29.3° | 30.1° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.3° | 28.9° | 29.8° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.3° | 28.5° | 29.7° | very warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tolú
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.0 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Tolú, 42 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Tolú: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Tolú has about 30 rainy days with 237 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tolú
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Tolú
How breezy and how cloudy Tolú is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Tolú typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 89 % of the sky over Tolú: mostly overcast, with about 5.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Tolú
How often the day gets hot in Tolú (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Tolú has about 28 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Tolú
Weather for your travel dates
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Tolú in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Tolú has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 77) and its weakest during May half-term (score 61).
- 66
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
- 61
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 61
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 66
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 77
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 20 min
- Distance
- 8,150 km
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Jet lag
- About 4 days (6 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Colombia
- Currency
- Colombian Peso (COP)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 110 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +57
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 110 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Tolú vs Montería
In October Tolú has the better holiday weather (score 66 vs 50). During the day Montería is 2 °C warmer than Tolú.
| in October | Tolú | Montería |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 66 | 50 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 33° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 30 | 29 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Tolú
When is the best time to visit Tolú?
The best time to visit Tolú is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tolú?
The sea temperature in Tolú ranges from 28.3 °C in March to 30.1 °C in July. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Tolú in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Tolú?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. November is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Tolú?
The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is May with 248 mm. The driest month is February with 26 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tolú get?
Tolú gets around 2,160 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.9 hours a day; in May there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Tolú in?
Tolú is on UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tolú?
A nonstop flight from London to Tolú takes about 10 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,150 km.
Which school holidays are best for Tolú?
Tolú has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 77) and its weakest during May half-term (score 61). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 66, May half-term 61, summer holidays 61, October half-term 66, Christmas holidays 77.