What is the weather like in Bogota in April?

Expect temperatures between 10°C and 19°C with 73% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Bogota in April?

Bogota in April scores 58/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Bogota in April?

April in Bogota is ideal for: Business travelers.

Bogota Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

19°C

Hottest around day 12

Avg Low

10°C

Coolest around day 12

Rainy Days

30days

73% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Bogota

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Currency

COP

$ Colombian peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.729

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

78/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

May

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

501

Jan

481

Feb

487

Mar

562

Apr

563

May

478

Jun

504

Jul

504

Aug

490

Sep

494

Oct

489

Nov

544

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Rionegro Jose Maria Córdova (MDE)

Santiago de Cali Alfonso Bonilla Aragon (CLO)

Cartagena de Indias Rafael Nuñez (CTG)

Santa Marta Simón Bolívar (SMR)

Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz (BAQ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Colombia.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Colombia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Colombia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Colombia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Colombia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas <1,700 m (<5,600 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in the cities of Bogotá (the capital), Cartagena, or MedellínDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(50%)P. vivax(50%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Bogota?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(58/100)

Short Answer

Rain dominates Bogota in April (73% probability, 8mm average). Prices are lower but outdoor activities require backup plans. Umbrella is essential.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

73% rain probability, 7.9mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

83% average humidity

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

High altitude destination

2557m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Good For

💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
83% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
73% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
94% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Bogota in April averages 19°C with 73% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Bogota in April

What are the temperatures in Bogota in April?

Daytime highs average 19°C, nights drop to 10°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Bogota in April?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Bogota in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in Bogota?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Bogota Weather in April

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