Melgar weather in January (Tolima, Colombia)

What should you pack for a trip to Melgar in January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

January in Melgar generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 28°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Melgar in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 284 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 180 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Melgar. May and June typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Melgar, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 284 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Ibagué, Colombia (61 KM, 38 Miles).

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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