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Risaralda Weather in January

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

Planning a getaway to Risaralda, Colombia this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Risaralda in January

Risaralda, Colombia is a region in Colombia. January in Risaralda generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal to 26°C (79°F) in Cerritos. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Cerritos and 13°C (55°F) in Santa Rosa de Cabal.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santa Rosa de Cabal with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Pereira with 810 mm (32 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Pereira, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Pereira as an example - it receives around 180 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Risaralda by month

Best Places to Visit in Risaralda in January

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

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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 Risaralda

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

Temperature range in Risaralda (January)

Precipitation variation in Risaralda (January)

Pereira

In January Pereira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
180 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
986 mm (39 in)
810 mm (32 in)
963 mm (38 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Santa Rosa de Cabal

In January Santa Rosa de Cabal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
180 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Cerritos

In January Cerritos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
767 mm (30 in)
626 mm (25 in)
742 mm (29 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Dosquebradas

In January Dosquebradas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
180 hours
146 hours
Monthly rainfall
982 mm (39 in)
807 mm (32 in)
966 mm (38 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Belén de Umbría

In January Belén de Umbría generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
520 mm (20 in)
420 mm (17 in)
492 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pereira 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 810 mm (32 in)
Santa Rosa de Cabal 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Cerritos 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 626 mm (25 in)
Dosquebradas 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 807 mm (32 in)
Belén de Umbría 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 420 mm (17 in)

Risaralda weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Risaralda, Colombia typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pereira average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

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

In Pereira, the average daytime high in January is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Rainfall in Risaralda, Colombia peaks during January. Pereira averages roughly 810 mm (32 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Risaralda, Colombia?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Risaralda, Colombia due to the typically poor weather in Pereira.

On average, the best time to visit Risaralda, Colombia is in with generally poor weather in Pereira.

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