Climate guide for Cali, Colombia

Cali in September

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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September · Colombia

Best time to visit Cali in September Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Cali in September

Average temperature 17°C, 67 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

September score

8.1/10

Ranked #2 of 12 months

Full year for Cali
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
67 mm
Humidity
80%
Days with 6h+ sun
16
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

September in Cali scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 17°C, 67 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Cali is Colombia's salsa capital, with warm evenings, colonial churches and Andean foothills.

September holds up well in Cali — 2nd best month

Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

Budget for roughly 67 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight to work around it.

That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Cali in September?
In September, Cali averages 17°C, 67 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
Is September a good time to visit Cali?
September earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Cali in September?
Expect about 67 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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