Weather in La Guajira, Colombia in January

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Visiting La Guajira, Colombia in January

January is one of the best months to visit La Guajira for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in January is slightly warmer than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 71.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (80°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in La Guajira with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Also consider visiting La Guajira in one of the other best months of February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in La Guajira in January?

Yes, January is a great time for sunbathing in La Guajira.

January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 71.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in La Guajira in January?

Yes, January is an excellent month for swimming in La Guajira with very warm sea temperatures 27°C (80°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in La Guajira?

Yes, January is a great time for a holiday in La Guajira.

January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (89°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 71.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (80°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in La Guajira with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is La Guajira warm in January?

Yes, La Guajira is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in La Guajira in January is 32°C (89°F). The average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°) in the previous month and 31°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in La Guajira in January is 28°C (82°F). The average temperature is 28°C (82°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is La Guajira in January?

The average day light hours per day in La Guajira in January are 11.5. The sunshine percentage is 71.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in La Guajira in January

The weather in January is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in La Guajira in January is 32°C (89°F). The average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F) in the previous month and 31°C (89°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in La Guajira in January is 28°C (82°F). The average temperature is 28°C (82°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in La Guajira in January is 24°C (74°F). The minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in La Guajira in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into February. During January the average day light hours are 11.5 per day in La Guajira. The sunshine percentage is 71.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in La Guajira in January is typically 10.7 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in La Guajira in January

The average sea water temperature in La Guajira in January is 26.9°C (80.4°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in La Guajira in January

January has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into February. The average total rainfall in La Guajira in January is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0.3 rainy days in January making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in La Guajira in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in La Guajira in January is 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 24°C (75°F) in the previous month and 23°C (23°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in La Guajira in January is typically 86.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.5% in the previous month and 85.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in La Guajira in January is typically 65.5%. The average relative humidity is 70.7% in the previous month and 67.2% in the next month.

Wind Speed in La Guajira in January

The average maximum wind speed in La Guajira in January is typically 30KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 28KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in La Guajira in January is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 16KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in La Guajira in January is from the East-Northeast.

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