AI-generatedTumaco at a glance
- Best time
- All year
- Warmest month
- Apr · 29°
- Warmest sea
- May · 27.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,550 h
- Rain a year
- 3,623 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−5
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Tumaco
Tumaco has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while December is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 1,550 hours of sunshine a year, Tumaco is rather dull; March is the sunniest month with 4.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tumaco
The best time to visit Tumaco is all year round. The sea reaches 27.8 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is January with 472 mm of precipitation.
Tumaco through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tumaco in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 78 rainy days in all
Tumaco in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 82 rainy days in all
Tumaco in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 72 rainy days in all
Tumaco in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 79 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: February – April
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: all year
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:5818:03
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 05:46–06:26 · evening 17:35–18:16
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:38–05:46 · evening 18:16–18:24
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 Tumaco compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 27° at the end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.1 h |
What is the weather like in Tumaco in October?
In October, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 243 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 5 min05:58 – 18:03
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 91 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−5offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %17 %
- 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
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Tumaco
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and February bring similar holiday weather to Tumaco (score 63 and 65). Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is about as warm in both months.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 65 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 27.1° | 27.0° |
| Sunshine | 4.0 h | 4.4 h |
| Rainy days | 25 | 25 |
| Rainfall | 243 mmbetter | 361 mm |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tumaco month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
63January28° · Sea 27° · 4.0 h
In January, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 472 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in January65February28° · Sea 27° · 4.4 h
In February, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 361 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in February65March29° · Sea 27° · 4.5 h
In March, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 283 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in March65April29° · Sea 28° · 4.4 h
In April, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 385 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in April64May29° · Sea 28° · 4.2 h
In May, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 425 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in May64June28° · Sea 28° · 4.3 h
In June, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 292 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in June65July28° · Sea 27° · 4.4 h
In July, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 237 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in July65August28° · Sea 27° · 4.4 h
In August, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 203 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in August63September28° · Sea 27° · 4.0 h
In September, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 238 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in September63October28° · Sea 27° · 4.0 h
In October, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 243 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in October64November27° · Sea 27° · 4.2 h
In November, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 191 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco in November64December27° · Sea 27° · 4.2 h
In December, Tumaco is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 293 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Tumaco.
Tumaco 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 Tumaco
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- 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 September (23°), the warmest in April (24°). 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 | 63 | 28° | 24° | 26.7° | 4.0 h | 29 | 472 |
| FebruaryFeb | 65 | 28° | 24° | 27.0° | 4.4 h | 25 | 361 |
| MarchMar | 65 | 29° | 24° | 27.2° | 4.5 h | 24 | 283 |
| AprilApr | 65 | 29° | 24° | 27.6° | 4.4 h | 26 | 385 |
| MayMay | 64 | 29° | 24° | 27.8° | 4.2 h | 29 | 425 |
| JuneJun | 64 | 28° | 24° | 27.5° | 4.3 h | 27 | 292 |
| JulyJul | 65 | 28° | 24° | 27.2° | 4.4 h | 27 | 237 |
| AugustAug | 65 | 28° | 24° | 27.1° | 4.4 h | 27 | 203 |
| SeptemberSep | 63 | 28° | 23° | 27.0° | 4.0 h | 26 | 238 |
| OctoberOct | 63 | 28° | 24° | 27.1° | 4.0 h | 25 | 243 |
| NovemberNov | 64 | 27° | 24° | 26.8° | 4.2 h | 21 | 191 |
| DecemberDec | 64 | 27° | 24° | 26.6° | 4.2 h | 25 | 293 |
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 Tumaco
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.5 – 27.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tumaco ranges from 26.6 °C in December to 27.8 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 26.9 and 28.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.0° | 26.1° | 27.9° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.2° | 26.1° | 28.1° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.6° | 26.8° | 28.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.8° | 26.9° | 28.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.5° | 26.8° | 28.3° | warm |
| JulyJul | 27.2° | 26.3° | 28.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.1° | 26.3° | 28.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.0° | 26.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.1° | 26.5° | 27.6° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.8° | 25.9° | 27.6° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.6° | 25.9° | 27.4° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tumaco
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 4.0 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Tumaco, 33 % 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 Tumaco: 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, Tumaco has about 25 rainy days with 243 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tumaco
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 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 Tumaco
How breezy and how cloudy Tumaco 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 Tumaco typically peaks at 19 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 91 % of the sky over Tumaco: mostly overcast, with about 4.0 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 Tumaco
How often the day gets hot in Tumaco (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, Tumaco has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
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 Tumaco
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Tumaco 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.
Tumaco has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 63 to 65).
- 65
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 64
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 65
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 63
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 64
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 25 min
- Distance
- 9,050 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.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
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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Tumaco compared
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Tumaco vs Esmeraldas
In October Esmeraldas has the better holiday weather (score 69 vs 63). During the day Esmeraldas is 1 °C warmer than Tumaco. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Tumaco | Esmeraldas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 69 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 25 | 14 |
| Best time | All year | Sep – Nov |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Tumaco
When is the best time to visit Tumaco?
The best time to visit Tumaco is all year round. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tumaco?
The sea temperature in Tumaco ranges from 26.6 °C in December to 27.8 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Tumaco in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Tumaco?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 24 °C. December is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Tumaco?
The wettest month is January with 472 mm of precipitation. The driest month is November with 191 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tumaco get?
Tumaco gets around 1,550 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 4.5 hours a day; in January there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Tumaco in?
Tumaco is on UTC−5 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tumaco?
A nonstop flight from London to Tumaco takes about 11 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,050 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Tumaco?
Tumaco has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 63 to 65). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 65, May half-term 64, summer holidays 65, October half-term 63, Christmas holidays 64.