Tolima, Colombia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Tolima, Colombia? If you're planning to go to Tolima, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Tolima, Colombia

Based on the climate and weather in Tolima, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Tolima, Colombia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tolima, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Tolima, Colombia by month

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January

January in Tolima can be blisteringly hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) to 90s F (mid 30s C).

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February

In February, Tolima is a scorcher. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tolima, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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March

In March, Tolima is unbearably hot. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tolima, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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April

Traveling to Tolima in April, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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May

If you are traveling to Tolima in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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June

If you go to Tolima in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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July

Traveling to Tolima in July, you will notice that it can be sizzling. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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August

August in Tolima can be sizzling. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) to 90s F (mid 30s C).

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September

In September, Tolima is unbearably hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 90s F (mid 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tolima, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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October

October in Tolima can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

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November

November in Tolima is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).

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December

December for Tolima is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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Activities for Tolima, Colombia

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tolima.

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