ColombiaAverage weather for Cartagena in January
It's hot in January in Cartagena with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Cartagena with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Cartagena is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 13 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Cartagena in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
13 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
4 days | 12 days | |
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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 Cartagena?
January is an awesome month to be in Cartagena for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2014, Cartagena reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Cartagena
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Cartagena, 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 Cartagena
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Cartagena, 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 4 days of precipitation in Cartagena.
Daily UV index in January in Cartagena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Cartagena, 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 Cartagena over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Cartagena, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Cartagena over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Cartagena, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Cartagena
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Average weather in Cartagena by month
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