Norte de Santander Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Norte de Santander, Colombia in January.

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Cúcuta

Thinking about venturing to Norte de Santander, Colombia this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Norte de Santander in January

Norte de Santander, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Norte de Santander generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Cúcuta. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Norte de Santander, Colombia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 71 mm (2.8 in) in Cúcuta.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Cúcuta sees around 202 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Norte de Santander in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Norte de Santander

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Norte de Santander, Colombia?

Cúcuta

In January Cúcuta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
202 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cúcuta →

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Norte de Santander weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norte de Santander, Colombia in January?

January in Norte de Santander, Colombia brings tolerable weather. In Cúcuta, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Norte de Santander, Colombia in January?

In Cúcuta, the average daytime high in January is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 20°C (68°F).

Does Norte de Santander, Colombia get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Norte de Santander, Colombia during January, with Cúcuta averaging close to 71 mm (2.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Norte de Santander, Colombia?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Norte de Santander, Colombia. Typically, the climate in Cúcuta is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly tolerable weather in Cúcuta. On the other hand, the weather in May, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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