Maicao weather
At 2:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 30°C (87°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM (6.7 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Maicao, La Guajira Department, Colombia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 97%
- Chance of rain
- 50%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM (6.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season May, Sep–Oct
About Maicao weather
Is it raining in Maicao right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 30° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM (6.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Maicao this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 23–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Maicao lately?
In the past 7 days, Maicao had 7 rainy days and 59.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Maicao?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Maicao weather by month
When is the best time to visit Maicao?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Maicao is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 31°C (88°F) in November to 34°C (94°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Maicao?
October is the wettest month, with about 153 mm (6.0 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 5 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Maicao?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 34°C (94°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Maicao have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug, Dec–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months