ColombiaThe weather in January in Medellín
It's warm in January in Medellín with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 14°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Medellín. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Medellín, Colombia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2019, Medellín reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 65 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in January for Medellín
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Medellín. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Medellín | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 65 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Medellín with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Medellín is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Medellín, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Medellín
Temperature in January in Medellín over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Medellín, Colombia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Medellín
Total precipitation in January in Medellín over the years
Daily UV index in January in Medellín
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Medellín, 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.
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Average weather in Medellín by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Medellín. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.