January · Colombia
Best time to visit Cartagena in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cartagena in January
Average temperature 27°C, 17 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.8/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Cartagena scores 9.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 27°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cartagena de Indias is a walled Caribbean city in Colombia, with colonial squares, fortresses and island beaches.
January in Cartagena tops the year's climate scores
Days in January average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 74% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
With around 17 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Cartagena at 9.8/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cartagena in January?
- In January, Cartagena averages 27°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cartagena?
- January earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cartagena in January?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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