Colombia

Colombia Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Colombia in January.

Thinking about venturing to Colombia this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Colombia in January

The weather in Colombia in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Ipiales at 17°C (63°F) to very hot in Puerto Carreño at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Carreño and 8°C (46°F) in Ipiales.

For a closer look at conditions across Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Puerto Colombia with an average of 4.5 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Buga with 838 mm (33 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Bogotá gets around 156 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Colombia by month

Best Places to Visit in Colombia in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Colombia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Colombia

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Colombia?

Temperature range in Colombia (January)

Precipitation variation in Colombia (January)

Bogotá

In January Bogotá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
156 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Cartagena

In January Cartagena generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
270 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Santa Marta

In January Santa Marta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
286 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions

San Andrés

In January San Andrés generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
247 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Medellín

In January Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
169 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Colombia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bogotá 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Cartagena 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
San Andrés 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Cali 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 810 mm (32 in)

Colombia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Colombia in January?

January in Colombia brings pleasant weather. In Bogotá, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Colombia in January?

Bogotá averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Colombia get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Colombia, with Bogotá averaging around 169 mm (6.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Colombia?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Bogotá, January might be a good time to visit Colombia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Colombia is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Bogotá. On the other hand, the weather in February, March, April, October and November tend to be unpleasant.

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