The flying season runs from December to March and again from July to September.
The seasons in Valle del Cauca are influenced by Colombia's tropical climate, but they are primarily shaped by two key periods: the dry season and the rainy season.

1. Dry Season (Dec-Mar, Jul-Sep)
This is the peak paragliding season in Valle del Cauca. During these months, the weather is characterized by clear skies, consistent thermals, and minimal rainfall, creating ideal conditions for cross-country (XC) flying. The thermals are strong but smooth, providing pilots with plenty of lift and allowing for long-distance flights. The dry season is marked by stable weather patterns, which also means the winds are generally light and predictable, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced pilots.

2. Rainy Season (Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov)
While the rainy season brings more frequent showers and unstable weather, flying can still be possible, though less predictable. These months tend to see more overcast skies, and thunderstorms can develop in the afternoons. However, pilots who are comfortable with changing conditions and who know how to read the weather can still enjoy flying, especially during the mornings before the rain starts.

Looking at the Windy weather forecast above, you will probably notice that it will be raining every day this week. And it probably will, how else would you be flying over super green rainforest? However, in this microclimate you will be able to see the build up of a heavy raincloud, and just fly around it, or fly away and land. This is not the Alps.

The best thing you can do is to look out of your window in the morning and go up to launch, no matter what you see. When you get to the launch, don’t get discouraged if you are in the clouds, or its even raining. This will clear up and you will be the first in the sky.

The wind is usually light from either the north or the south. Typically there are no strong winds and the thermals are often gentle making the flying almost perfect. However, this reputation for superlight wonderful thermals is somewhat overemphasised and changing weather patterns mean conditions are getting stronger. The conditions are still good, but you can expect some pretty active flying too.

Flying here starts early. The thermic breeze hits launch around 9am and flying typically start around 11am. Once the flatlands start working around midday, you can start moving out into the valley, and fly to the other side of the valley, onto the range of hills on the eastern side. The good thing about the locations of Piedechinche is that it is not influenced by the Pacific West winds (like in Roldanillo), which means you can launch all day.

Cloudbase is typically around 1,800m to 2,300m.

The region enjoys a temperate climate year-round, with warm daytime temperatures typically ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), ensuring comfortable conditions for long flights. The area’s altitude—around 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level also contributes to the mild weather. You could fly in T-shirt and shorts, but many pilots use thin long sleeved shirts to protect from the sun and wind.