April · Colombia
Best time to visit Santa Marta in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Marta in April
Average temperature 28°C, 73 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.8/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 73 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Santa Marta scores 8.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 73 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Santa Marta is Colombia's Caribbean base, with a colonial centre and the Sierra Nevada and Tayrona close.
April in Santa Marta — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
April averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 74%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 73 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight.
A 8.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Santa Marta (5th of 12); only February scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Marta in April?
- In April, Santa Marta averages 28°C, 73 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Santa Marta?
- April earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Santa Marta in April?
- Expect about 73 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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