Colombia (Cartagena) · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonColombia · South America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 32° (90°)33° (91°) | 32° (90°)33° (91°) | 32° (90°)34° (93°) | 32° (90°)34° (93°) | 32° (90°)34° (93°) | 33° (91°)34° (93°) | 33° (91°)34° (93°) | 33° (91°)34° (93°) | 32° (90°)35° (95°) | 32° (90°)34° (93°) | 32° (90°)34° (93°) | 32° (90°)33° (91°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 25° (77°)22° (72°) | 25° (77°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)24° (75°) | 27° (81°)24° (75°) | 27° (81°)24° (75°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 25° (77°)23° (73°) |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 10h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 6h | 7h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) |
🌧Rain Days | 1d6mm (0.3") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 2d17mm (0.7") | 10d61mm (2.4") | 18d140mm (5.5") | 19d160mm (6.3") | 18d137mm (5.4") | 21d169mm (6.6") | 21d157mm (6.2") | 21d208mm (8.2") | 18d179mm (7.1") | 7d45mm (1.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is one of the best months to visit Colombia (Cartagena) — with 10 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 32°C (90°F).
Daytime highs average 32°C (90°F), cooling to 25°C (77°F) at night (daily average: 28°C (82°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, January is one of the sunniest months — 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 1 day. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
The best season: dry, 28–32°C (82–90°F), the colonial old town in warm light, boat trips to the Rosario Islands with clear water. Cartagena's walls and rooftop terraces in the evening sun.
Packing list for Colombia (Cartagena) in January
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Colombia (Cartagena)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Colombia (Cartagena) (Climate Score: 94/100). Pleasant temperatures (32°C (90°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Colombia (Cartagena) in January?
- In January, Colombia (Cartagena) sees daily highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights cool to 25°C (77°F), with a daily average of 28°C (82°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 22°C (72°F).
- How much rain falls in Colombia (Cartagena) in January?
- In January, Colombia (Cartagena) receives an average of 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Colombia (Cartagena) get in January?
- Colombia (Cartagena) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in January — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Colombia (Cartagena) in January?
- Water temperature in Colombia (Cartagena) in January averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
