Bogota vs Medellin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Bogota edges ahead as the better destination in September. Bogota offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Medellin sees 10 sunshine hours and 27 rain days.

Bogota sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Medellin is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bogota is the stronger choice in September. Bogota receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Bogota reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Medellin averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.

Bogota receives approximately 32 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Medellin sees 242 mm over 27 rain days. That makes Bogota the drier option by 18 rain days and 210 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.