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Barranquila Climate by Month

Barranquila has relatively stable weather with very warm temperatures. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Barranquila temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in April to a very warm 31°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 25°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Barranquila experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1616 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Barranquila shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, with an average of 307 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.4 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Barranquila serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in September, offering only 5.6 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Barranquila ranges from 26°C in February to 28°C in May.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Barranquila in Colombia

Barranquila has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 31°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Barranquila?
    Rainy season in Barranquila occurs in the months of May, June, August, September, October and November.
  • Does Barranquila have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February and March are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Barranquila?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Barranquila?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Barranquila?
    October tops the wettest month list with 307 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Barranquila?
    February is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Barranquila?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 281 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Barranquila

    Sun   Dec 15
    32°C | 24°C
    N 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    32°C | 24°C
    N 22 km/h
    0.4 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    33°C | 25°C
    N 22 km/h
    0.4 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain