July is Medellín in its best light, dressed for fashion week.
Weather#
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Days | ~28°C / 82°F, sunny, breezy |
| Nights | ~17°C / 63°F |
| Rain | Little |
What's on#
- Colombiamoda, late July: runways, the trade fair, parties; El Poblado hotels full for the week.
- Independence Day, 20 July: holiday, parades, flags.
- School holidays end mid-month; the sights quieten.
- The Flower Fair is in the first half of August; book now.
What to do#
Everything outdoors: Guatapé, Arví, the valley hikes, Comuna 13, Jardín or Jericó for a night (day trips), a paragliding morning over San Félix. Things to do, the 4-day itinerary, in 3 days.
Prices#
Moderate; high for Colombiamoda week. Where to stay, on a budget.
Pack#
Light clothes, a layer for nights, sunscreen, hill shoes. First time in Medellín.
With a paisa#
Post your dates on Roavi Community: travellers in Medellín in July appear together, and Local Friends who live here reply. A Local Friend is the fonda, the finca weekend, the city's real Saturday.
Medellín in July? Spend an evening with someone who lives there.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Medellín in July?
Dry, sunny and pleasant: highs around 28°C (82°F), lows around 17°C (63°F), little rain, a breeze in the afternoons. July and August are the mid-year dry season.What is Colombiamoda?
Colombia's fashion week, held in Medellín in late July: runway shows, a trade fair at Plaza Mayor, parties, and the industry in town. Hotels in El Poblado fill for the week.Is July a good time to visit Medellín?
One of the best: dry, sunny, moderately priced after mid-month, with Colombiamoda and Independence Day as events and the Flower Fair just ahead in August.What happens on 20 July in Colombia?
Independence Day: a national holiday, flags, parades in the morning, families out. Most shops and restaurants open by afternoon.
This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.
