ColombiaAverage weather for Bogotá in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Bogotá with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Bogotá with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 9°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 21°C, with nights around 9°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Bogotá is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In January, there is an average of 159 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Bogotá in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
22°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
159 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
21 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Bogotá?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Bogotá. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2015, Bogotá reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Bogotá
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Bogotá, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Bogotá
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Bogotá, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 21 days of precipitation in Bogotá.
Daily UV index in January in Bogotá
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Bogotá, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Bogotá over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Bogotá, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Bogotá over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Bogotá, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Bogotá
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Average weather in Bogotá by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bogotá. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
