Cartagena weather in January (Bolivar, Colombia)

How is January weather typically in Cartagena? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The weather in Cartagena during January is usually perfect, offering very high temperatures and low rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 32°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Cartagena in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 12 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about a single day of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 270 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Cartagena. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cartagena climate page with graphs.

 

Cartagena, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 4%  

Precipitation 12 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 81%  

Sunshine 270 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 74%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cartagena.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Colombia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Colombia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.