Monthly climate guide
Bucaramanga weather in January
January in Bucaramanga is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (78°F) and night-time lows near 15°C (59°F). The month usually brings about 48 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Just 80 km apart, but Bucaramanga runs about 3°C cooler than Barrancabermeja this month.
- Humidity near 75% makes 26°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Bucaramanga's usual level (around 56% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Bucaramanga.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
26°C
78°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
48 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Bucaramanga weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 59°F | 48 mm | 75% | 46% |
| February | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 60°F | 59 mm | 73% | 50% |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 62°F | 129 mm | 77% | 68% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 62°F | 140 mm | 81% | 80% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 62°F | 144 mm | 81% | 84% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 91 mm | 76% | 80% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 60°F | 104 mm | 74% | 76% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 109 mm | 74% | 76% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 111 mm | 76% | 79% |
| October | 24°C / 76°F | 16°C / 61°F | 178 mm | 83% | 81% |
| November | 23°C / 74°F | 16°C / 61°F | 149 mm | 86% | 75% |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 60°F | 61 mm | 79% | 54% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Bucaramanga?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Bucaramanga →Other Colombia cities in January
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Bucaramanga in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Bucaramanga?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Bucaramanga, with highs around 26°C and about 48 mm of rain.
How warm is Bucaramanga in January?
Average highs are about 26°C (78°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bucaramanga in January?
Bucaramanga typically gets around 48 mm of rain in January — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bucaramanga (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.