Baru Island Weather in January

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

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Barú Ararca

Are you planning a trip a to Baru Island, Colombia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Baru Island in January

Baru Island, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Baru Island generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Barú. 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.

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

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Barú.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Barú sees around 270 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Baru Island in January

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

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 Baru Island

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

Temperature range in Baru Island (January)

Precipitation variation in Baru Island (January)

Barú

In January Barú generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
270 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Barú →

Ararca

In January Ararca 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 »
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)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ararca →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barú 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Ararca 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)

Baru Island weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Baru Island, Colombia in January?

Expect pleasant weather across Baru Island, Colombia in January. The popular destination of Barú averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Baru Island, Colombia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Barú peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Baru Island, Colombia get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Baru Island, Colombia. Barú averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Baru Island, Colombia?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Baru Island, Colombia with overall perfect weather in Barú. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide pleasant weather in Barú. On the other hand, the weather in September, October and November tend to be poor.

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