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Boyacá Weather in January

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

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Villa de Leyva Tunja Sáchica Jenesano

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

What to Expect in Boyacá in January

Boyacá, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Boyacá generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Pesca at 18°C (64°F) to pleasant in Tinjacá at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Tinjacá and 8°C (46°F) in Pesca.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tibasosa with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Pesca with 138 mm (5.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Boyacá in January

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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 Boyacá

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

Temperature range in Boyacá (January)

Precipitation variation in Boyacá (January)

Villa de Leyva

In January Villa de Leyva generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Villa de Leyva →

Tunja

In January Tunja generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tunja →

Sáchica

In January Sáchica generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sáchica →

Jenesano

In January Jenesano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Jenesano →

Tinjacá

In January Tinjacá generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tinjacá →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Villa de Leyva 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Tunja 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Sáchica 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jenesano 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Tinjacá 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Tibaná 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Boyacá weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Boyacá, Colombia typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Villa de Leyva average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

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

In Villa de Leyva, the average daytime high in January is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Boyacá, Colombia. Villa de Leyva averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Boyacá, Colombia?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Boyacá, Colombia with overall perfect weather in Villa de Leyva. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Villa de Leyva. On the other hand, the weather in April tends to be unpleasant.

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