For some time now, The climate in Colombia is not ideal and many areas have been severely affected. According to the Institute of Hydrology, Meteorology and Environmental Studies (IDEAM) Precipitation will be persistent, especially until mid-February, when floods and displacement could generate more complications.. Which municipalities will be the most affected in 2025?
The La Niña phenomenon, which is expected to have a significant impact on Colombia’s climate in 2025, It is characterized by a cooling of the waters of the Pacific Ocean. The direct consequences will be increased rainfall, especially in the Andean region and northern Colombia.
Crashed: This department is the most historically affected by intense rains and is also known for being one of the regions with the highest rainfall in the world.
La Guajira: This department has also been severely impacted, especially recently, by flooding. The situation is usually complex due to the combination of rain and lack of infrastructure.
Antioch: It is usually one of the departments where landslides and other rain-related emergencies are expected.
Cundinamarca: Alerts have been issued for floods and landslides in municipalities such as Girardot, Guataquí, and Ricaurte, among others.
Huila and Tolima: Municipalities such as Aipe, Neiva, and Villavieja are under surveillance due to the intense rains that may occur.
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-Caribbean Region: An increase in rainfall between 20% and 50% above climatological averages is expected.
-Andean Region: In departments such as Antioquia, Caldas and Risaralda, a notable increase in downpours is expected.
-Clashed: You could experience up to a 30% increase in precipitation.
-Orinoquía and Amazonia: An increase in rainfall between 10% and 30% is forecast
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What will happen to the temperatures in Colombia?
Colombia: the municipalities with the most rain in 2025
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“For the first quarter of 2025, minimum temperatures are expected to be around 12 °C and maximum temperatures that could reach up to 19 °C. In July, minimum temperatures could drop to 11°C, while maximum temperatures could be around 20°C.”. highlights the IDEAM.
