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Santa Elena Weather in January

January in Santa Elena brings high temperatures around 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in Santa Elena in January

Expect fewer clouds and less rain as the month goes on. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 144 mm (5.7 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Santa Elena in January

Santa Elena in January gets highs of 24°C (75°F) during the day and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Santa Elena in January

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 169 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Santa Elena.

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Santa Elena Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 144 mm (5.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Medellín, Colombia (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Best Places in Colombia in January

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Santa Elena in January

For Santa Elena in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Santa Elena in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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