Santa Marta weather
At 2:15 PM local time it was drizzle and 30°C (86°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Mar. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Santa Marta, Magdalena Department, Colombia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 52%
- Chance of rain
- 25%
- Rain
- 0.4 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–MarOff season May, Sep–Oct
About Santa Marta weather
Is it raining in Santa Marta right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 30° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 4 PM (4.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Santa Marta this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–32° and lows of 24–26°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Santa Marta lately?
In the past 7 days, Santa Marta had 5 rainy days and 23.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Santa Marta?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Santa Marta weather by month
When is the best time to visit Santa Marta?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Santa Marta is Dec–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (84°F) in November to 31°C (88°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Santa Marta?
October is the wettest month, with about 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Santa Marta?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F).
Does Santa Marta have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while 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