Choco Weather in January

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

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Capurganá Bahía Solano Nuquí Quibdó

Planning a journey to Choco, Colombia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Choco in January

Choco, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Choco generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Arusí at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Quibdó at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Quibdó and 25°C (77°F) in Arusí. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Choco, Colombia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Zapzurro with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Quibdó with 528 mm (21 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Capurganá.

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Best Places to Visit in Choco 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 Choco

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

Temperature range in Choco (January)

Precipitation variation in Choco (January)

Capurganá

In January Capurganá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate 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
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Capurganá →

Bahía Solano

In January Bahía Solano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
532 mm (21 in)
256 mm (10 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bahía Solano →

Nuquí

In January Nuquí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
89 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
589 mm (23 in)
328 mm (13 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nuquí →

Quibdó

In January Quibdó generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
89 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
738 mm (29 in)
528 mm (21 in)
524 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Quibdó →

Arusí

In January Arusí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
636 mm (25 in)
285 mm (11 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Arusí →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Capurganá 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Bahía Solano 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 256 mm (10 in)
Nuquí 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 328 mm (13 in)
Quibdó 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 528 mm (21 in)
Arusí 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Zapzurro 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Choco weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Choco, Colombia generally has perfect weather conditions. Capurganá sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Capurganá peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

January is on the drier side in Choco, Colombia. Capurganá averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Choco, Colombia?

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

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Capurganá. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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