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Visiting Cartagena, Spain in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cartagena.

January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.4 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 cold 16°C (61°F). January is too cold for swimming in Cartagena for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Consider visiting Cartagena in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Cartagena in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Cartagena.

January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.4 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 Cartagena in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Cartagena for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (61°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Cartagena?

Probably not, January is not a good time for a holiday in Cartagena.

January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.4 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. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cartagena. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). January is too cold for swimming in Cartagena for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Cartagena warm in January?

No, Cartagena is a little too chilly for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Cartagena in January is 16°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (61°) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cartagena in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Cartagena in January?

The average day light hours per day in Cartagena in January are 9.9. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Cartagena in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Cartagena in January is 16°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cartagena in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Cartagena in January is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Cartagena in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 9.9 per day in Cartagena. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Cartagena in January is typically 2.3 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Cartagena in January

The average sea water temperature in Cartagena in January is 15.9°C (60.6°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Cartagena in January

January weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Cartagena in January is 0.1cm (0.0inches) and on average there are 4.4 rainy days in January making it a very dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Cartagena in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cartagena in January is 9°C (48°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Cartagena in January is typically 86.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.9% in the previous month and 84% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Cartagena in January is typically 69.4%. The average relative humidity is 69.7% in the previous month and 66.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Cartagena in January

The average maximum wind speed in Cartagena in January is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Cartagena in January is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Cartagena in January is from the West-Northwest.

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