Barranquilla Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia, is famous for its vibrant Carnival, recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The city experiences relatively stable, very warm temperatures throughout the year and is also known for its heavy rainfall, particularly during the wet season. Let’s explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview.
Monthly Temperature in Barranquilla
With minimal seasonal shifts, Barranquilla experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in June. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 27°C (81°F) in June to 25°C (77°F) in February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Barranquilla
Barranquilla has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1438 mm (57 in) of rainfall per year. Barranquilla can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 287 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 3.1 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Barranquilla Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Barranquilla
Barranquilla can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in September, with only 5.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Barranquilla
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in May.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Barranquilla by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Barranquilla.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 83%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Barranquilla
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in June, September and October to 6 m/s (12 knots) in January, February and March. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Barranquilla 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Barranquilla
With its warm weather, Barranquilla experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that May, August, September, October and November make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
