Medellín weather in January (Antioquia, Colombia)
Will it be warm or cold in Medellín this January? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Medellín includes high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 25°C, cooling down at night to around 13°C.
Precipitation
Medellín in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Take advantage of the driest month of the year with its minimal rain. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain.
Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 169 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January typically offers the best weather for Medellín.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Colombia, check out our Medellín's climate page.
Medellín, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
136 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
65%
Sunshine
169 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Colombia in January
Find out more about the weather in Colombia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Colombia, check out our Medellín's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Medellín, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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