July · Colombia
Best time to visit Santa Marta in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Marta in July
Average temperature 28°C, 124 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 124 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
July in Santa Marta scores 7.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 124 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.
July in Santa Marta — reliably good (6th best month)
July averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 82%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 124 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Marta in July?
- In July, Santa Marta averages 28°C, 124 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Santa Marta?
- July earns a 7.7/10 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 July?
- Expect about 124 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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