Nariño Weather in January

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

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Considering a trip to Nariño, 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 Nariño in January

Nariño, Colombia is a region in Colombia. Nariño, Colombia has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Pasto at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Tumaco at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Tumaco and 10°C (50°F) in Pasto.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Pasto with an average of 193 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Tumaco with 470 mm (19 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Pasto receives about 113 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Nariño by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nariño — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pasto)

Best Places to Visit in Nariño in January

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

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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 Nariño

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

Temperature range in Nariño (January)

Precipitation variation in Nariño (January)

Pasto

In January Pasto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
113 hours
89 hours
Monthly rainfall
239 mm (9.4 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tumaco

In January Tumaco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
108 hours
116 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
336 mm (13 in)
470 mm (19 in)
414 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pasto 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)
Tumaco 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 470 mm (19 in)

Nariño weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Nariño, Colombia brings tolerable weather. In Pasto, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Pasto peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in January, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Nariño, Colombia peaks during January. Pasto averages roughly 193 mm (7.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Nariño, Colombia?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Pasto, January might be a good time to visit Nariño, Colombia.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Pasto. In contrast, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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