In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Marta ranges from 0.0 - 2.4 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Santa Marta when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Marta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).