Third cold front: which regions of the country will be most affected by the rains, according to Ideam
Journalist Portafolio 02/24/2026 15:11 Updated: 02/24/2026 15:11
TL;DR
- Colombia is expecting its third cold front of the year, leading to increased rain, cloudiness, and wind intensity.
- The phenomenon will be most strongly felt between Monday and Friday, with moderate to heavy precipitation expected in many parts of the country.
- The most impacted regions will be the Caribbean, Andean, and Pacific areas, with parts of the Amazon and Insular regions also affected.
- Departments like La Guajira, Atlántico, Magdalena, Bolívar, Sucre, and Córdoba will be under greater influence, as will areas in Antioquia, Santander, Norte de Santander, and the Coffee Region.
- The Archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina will experience increased wave heights (2 to 3.5 meters) and stronger winds.
- The Ideam recommends extreme caution regarding potential landslides and sudden floods, urging monitoring of roads and river basins.
- Citizens are advised to avoid outdoor activities during thunderstorms, secure structures against strong winds, and keep drains clean to prevent flooding.