Antioquia weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Antioquia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Antioquia in January?
Antioquia is a region in Colombia. Antioquia has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Santa Elena at 24°C to very warm in Gesen at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Gesen and 13°C in Santa Elena.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gesen with an average of 75 mm to heavy rainfall in Jardin with 239 mm. In Medellín, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year. The city Medellín usually sees around 169 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in Antioquia for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Antioquia climate page.
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Average weather in Medellín
In January Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Santa Fe de Antioquia
In January Santa Fe de Antioquia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Rionegro
In January Rionegro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Guatapé
In January Guatapé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Jardin
In January Jardin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Antioquia?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Antioquia. Typically, the climate in Medellín is pleasant.
On average, the best time to visit Antioquia is in January with generally pleasant weather in Medellín. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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