Bogota vs Medellin

Bogota and Medellin are closely matched in July. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Bogota sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Medellin is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Bogota is the stronger choice in July. Medellin receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Bogota reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 11°C (52°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Medellin averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 8°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Bogota receives approximately 38 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Medellin sees 169 mm over 25 rain days. That makes Bogota the drier option by 15 rain days and 131 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.