January · Colombia
Best time to visit Guatapé in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guatapé in January
Average temperature 22°C, 90 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Guatapé scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 22°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guatapé is a lakeside town in Antioquia, Colombia, below the huge rock of El Peñol and its painted houses.
January in Guatapé tops the year's climate scores
January averages 22°C (71°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 90 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Guatapé at 7.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with 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 Guatapé in January?
- In January, Guatapé averages 22°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Guatapé?
- January earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guatapé in January?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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