What is the weather like in Zapatoca today?
Forecast for the town center of Zapatoca. The weather on the water can be different: also check the reservoir forecast.
Today: Good day for boat tour and hiking; kayak and paddleboard with caution.
Which day is best for your visit?
- Boat tourGood daySee tours that day
- Kayak and paddleboardUse cautionSee tours that day
- HikingGood daySee tours that day
See the full 7-day table
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Wind | Boat tour | Kayak and paddleboard | Hiking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain | 17° / 21° | 6 mm | 3.1 m/s (11 km/h) | Good day | Use caution | Good day | |
| Heavy rain | 16° / 23° | 11 mm | 3 m/s (11 km/h) | Use caution | Better another day | Use caution | |
| Rain | 16° / 23° | 12.1 mm | 2.7 m/s (10 km/h) | Use caution | Use caution | Use caution | |
| Light rain | 17° / 22° | 17.5 mm | 1.4 m/s (5 km/h) | Use caution | Better another day | Use caution | |
| Partly cloudy | 17° / 24° | 3.1 mm | 1.4 m/s (5 km/h) | Good day | Good day | Good day | |
| Cloudy | 16° / 25° | 3.3 mm | 1.6 m/s (6 km/h) | Good day | Good day | Good day | |
| Showers | 17° / 25° | 2.5 mm | 1.4 m/s (5 km/h) | Good day | Good day | Good day |
Forecast data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Forecast issued (Colombia time). We check it at most once an hour.
What the climate is like in Zapatoca
- Altitude of the town center
- 1,720 m above sea level
- Average annual temperature
- 18.6 °C
- Height above the reservoir
- About 1,420 m higher than El Tablazo
- To El Tablazo by road
- About 60 km
Zapatoca is known for its "silk climate": the town center is at about 1,720 m (5,640 ft) above sea level and its average annual temperature is around 18.6 °C (65.5 °F), cool almost all year. It is one of the coolest towns around the reservoir.
The difference from the water is big: the reservoir shore, at El Tablazo, is about 1,400 m lower and about 60 km away by road. If you stay in Zapatoca and head down for a boat tour, dress in layers: something warm for the morning in town, and light clothing, a cap and sunscreen for the reservoir.
Altitude and average temperature: Wikipedia, with IDEAM data for Girón and Lebrija. Elevation of El Tablazo: Copernicus elevation model. Road distances: OpenStreetMap.
What if it rains on the day of your tour?
If the provider cancels, or the weather or water level does not allow the trip, we refund 100% of what you paid. Before you go, ask us in the chat what the day looks like.
Questions about the weather in Zapatoca
What is the weather like in Zapatoca?
Cool and mild, with an annual average of about 18.6 °C (65.5 °F) at 1,720 m of altitude. It is much cooler than the reservoir, which is about 1,400 m lower.
What is the weather like today at Zapatoca?
Rain, between 17 °C and 21 °C, with 6 mm of rain expected. Good day for boat tour and hiking; kayak and paddleboard with caution.
What is the best day this week to visit Zapatoca?
According to the forecast, Tuesday, Nov 10: cloudy, 0.4 mm of daytime rain. Good day for boat tour, kayak and paddleboard and hiking.
What happens if it rains on the day of my tour?
If the provider cancels, or the weather or water level does not allow the trip, we refund 100% of what you paid. Ask us in the chat before you go.
When is the best time to visit the Topocoro reservoir?
For a quieter trip, go on a weekday and avoid holidays. The weather and best time to visit guide explains how the weather changes through the year.
Write to us in the chat and the guide's team will answer you in English.
How do we decide "Good day", "Use caution" and "Better another day"? We explain it on the reservoir forecast.