San Andrés in August
Good time to visit
August represents the island at its most challenging. Unless you're getting an incredible deal or have very specific reasons, consider literally any other month for your visit.
Weather
Wet season reaches its peak intensity with 31°C feeling more like 40°C due to humidity. Heavy rains can last for hours, and even sunny periods feel steamy. Sea conditions often turn choppy.
31°C high26°C low19 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$65/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Assumption of Mary (August 15)
August Tips
- •Only visit if you're comfortable with very limited outdoor activities
- •Some dive shops close during this period due to rough seas
- •Budget extra for taxis since walking in the rain gets old fast
All Months
December through April delivers the driest weather and calmest seas. Trade winds keep temperatures comfortable around 84°F, and rainfall drops to almost nothing. This is peak season, meaning higher prices and crowded beaches, but also the most reliable weather for water activities.
May through July brings occasional afternoon showers but fewer crowds and better deals. Hotels drop rates by 30%, and you'll have beaches mostly to yourself. The rain usually lasts an hour, then the sun returns stronger than before.
August through November is hurricane season, though direct hits are rare. September sees the heaviest rainfall, with afternoon thunderstorms that can derail beach plans. But here's the upside: accommodation costs plummet, and the island feels authentically local without tourist crowds.
San Andrés Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
8/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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