ColombiaAverage weather for Santa Marta in January
It's hot in January in Santa Marta with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Santa Marta with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 18°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Santa Marta is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 880 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Santa Marta in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
880 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
27 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 Santa Marta?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Santa Marta. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2019, Santa Marta reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Santa Marta, 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 Santa Marta
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Santa Marta, 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 27 days of precipitation in Santa Marta.
Daily UV index in January in Santa Marta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Santa Marta, 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 Santa Marta over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Santa Marta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Santa Marta over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Santa Marta, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Santa Marta
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Average weather in Santa Marta by month
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