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

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Traveling to Tunja, Colombia? If you're planning to go to Tunja, we have 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 Tunja, Colombia

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

Important essentials for Tunja, Colombia

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

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


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

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


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.


  • 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).

General health necessities

Tunja is at a somewhat high altitude, and could cause problems for some. For that reason, you will want to be constantly hydrated and pack altitude sickness remedies.


  • Supplements

    Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)


  • Over-the-counter medicine

    Ibuprofen

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

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January

Traveling to Tunja in January, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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February

February in Tunja is mild. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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March

If you are traveling to Tunja in March, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (high 10s C).

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April

April in Tunja is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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May

In May, Tunja is crisp. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Tunja, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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June

June in Tunja is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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July

July in Tunja can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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August

August in Tunja can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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September

In September, Tunja is cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Tunja, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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October

October in Tunja is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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November

November in Tunja is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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December

In December, Tunja is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Tunja, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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Activities for Tunja, Colombia

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

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