January weather - Winter 2025 - Bogotá, Colombia

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

Panorama of Bogotá city, Colombia surrounded by trees and The Andes Ranges in the distance

Weather in January

January ushers in the New Year in Bogotá, Colombia with weather fluctuations between a high of 19.8°C (67.6°F) and a chilling low of 9.8°C (49.6°F). Weather conditions during this month are quite constant, with mostly cloudy skies and demanding high atmospheric pressure. With regard to precipitation, January experiences ample rainfall interspersed with dry periods. Moderate wind speeds make the days pleasantly cool, perfect for outdoor activities. Sunshine may be minimal, making January a relatively darker month compared to others.

Temperature

Temperature records in Bogotá, Colombia, mark January as the warmest month, with highs averaging 19.8°C (67.6°F) and lows at 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout January, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 305.4 rainfall days, and 1465mm (57.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bogotá, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of January, in Bogotá, Colombia, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bogotá are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. The months with the lowest UV index in Bogotá are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Bogotá?

January stands out as Bogotá's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 19.8°C (67.6°F) and a low of 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average January temperature in Bogotá?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Bogotá, is 19.8°C (67.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Bogotá?

In January, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January in Bogotá?

In Bogotá, during January, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Bogotá?

In January, the average day length in Bogotá, Colombia, is 11h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bogotá?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, in Bogotá, Colombia, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bogotá?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Bogotá?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bogotá?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in January in Bogotá?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bogotá is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

18.7°C 65.7°F

19.8°C 67.6°F

19.7°C 67.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.6km/h 2.9mph

4.8km/h 3mph

4.4km/h 2.7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

2.8

4.2

1.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average high temperature in January: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (18.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.5°C).

Average pressure in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average pressure in January: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average wind speed in January: 4.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average rainfall in January: 87mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (45mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average rainfall days in January: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (19.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average daylight in January: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average sunshine days in January: 4.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (6.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Bogotá, Colombia

Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (7km).

January weather forecast
Bogotá, Colombia

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