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Cabo San Juan, Tayrona

Magdalena, Colombia

Best timeDec–Mar

Set inMagdalena, Colombia

In season~84°F high

Climate73–86°F

Nearest airportSMR

CurrencyCOP

LanguageSpanish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Cabo San Juan, Tayrona

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jan–Feb. Go in Mar, Dec for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 72%

WarmestSep · 86°F

WettestOct

Best windowDec–Mar

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Twin jungle-backed coves where the Sierra Nevada meets the Caribbean in Tayrona National Park.

Best time to visit

Aim for Dec–Mar, the 4 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Ciudad Perdida trek

Cartagena Cathedral, Colombia

Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Cabo San Juan, Tayrona?

The best time to visit Cabo San Juan, Tayrona is December–March, in Magdalena, Colombia.

Where is Cabo San Juan, Tayrona?

Cabo San Juan, Tayrona is in Magdalena, Colombia. The nearest major airport is SMR.

What is Cabo San Juan, Tayrona known for?

Twin jungle-backed coves where the Sierra Nevada meets the Caribbean in Tayrona National Park.

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