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Santander Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to 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 Santander in January

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Valle de San José at 25°C (77°F) and very warm in Barrancabermeja at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Barrancabermeja and 14°C (57°F) in Valle de San José.

To explore the conditions in Santander, Colombia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Barrancabermeja with an average of 119 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Bucaramanga with 274 mm (11 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Bucaramanga.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Bucaramanga enjoys approximately 211 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Santander by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Santander in January

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

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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 Santander

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

Temperature range in Santander (January)

Precipitation variation in Santander (January)

Bucaramanga

In January Bucaramanga 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 sun hours
182 hours
211 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
537 mm (21 in)
274 mm (11 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Barichara

In January Barichara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
211 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
318 mm (13 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
311 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

San Gil

In January San Gil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
211 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Barrancabermeja

In January Barrancabermeja generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
222 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
242 mm (9.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Girón

In January Girón 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
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
211 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
519 mm (20 in)
261 mm (10 in)
306 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Santander, in Colombia.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bucaramanga 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 274 mm (11 in)
Barichara 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
San Gil 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Barrancabermeja 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Girón 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 261 mm (10 in)
Los Santos 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 264 mm (10 in)

Santander weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Santander, Colombia brings poor weather. In Bucaramanga, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Bucaramanga peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in January, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bucaramanga records an average of 274 mm (11 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for Santander, Colombia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Santander, Colombia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bucaramanga, January may not be the ideal time to visit Santander, Colombia.

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

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