November · Colombia
Best time to visit Santa Marta in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Marta in November
Average temperature 27°C, 139 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
6.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Santa Marta scores 6.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 18 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.
November in Santa Marta: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
November averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 84%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
At 139 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 6.8/10 here, 10th 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 low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Marta in November?
- In November, Santa Marta averages 27°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Santa Marta?
- November earns a 6.8/10 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 November?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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