Atlántico Weather in January

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

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Barranquilla Santa Veronica Puerto Colombia

Considering a trip to Atlántico, Colombia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Atlántico in January

Atlántico, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Atlántico generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Barranquilla. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Atlántico, Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 4.6 mm (0.2 in) in Barranquilla.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Barranquilla enjoys about 281 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Atlántico in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Atlántico

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

Temperature range in Atlántico (January)

Precipitation variation in Atlántico (January)

Barranquilla

In January Barranquilla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
281 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Barranquilla →

Santa Veronica

In January Santa Veronica generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
281 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santa Veronica →

Puerto Colombia

In January Puerto Colombia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
254 hours
281 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Colombia →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Atlántico, in Colombia.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barranquilla 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Santa Veronica 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Puerto Colombia 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)

Atlántico weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Atlántico, Colombia in January?

In January, Atlántico, Colombia generally has perfect weather conditions. Barranquilla sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Atlántico, Colombia in January?

Barranquilla averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Atlántico, Colombia get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Atlántico, Colombia during January, with Barranquilla averaging close to 4.6 mm (0.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Atlántico, Colombia?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Atlántico, Colombia. Typically, the climate in Barranquilla is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly perfect weather in Barranquilla. On the other hand, the months of September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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