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Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

Medellin in January

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Medellin are January, July, August and December. In January, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
21°C
Rainfall
116 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Medellin is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 21°C with about 116mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Medellin in January

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Monumento a la Raza (Medellín)
The Monumento a la Raza, also known as Monumento a la Raza Antioqueña, is an outdoor sculpture and monument in the city of Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Made of concrete and bronz
Alpujarra station
Alpujarra is the twelfth station on Medellín Metro from north to south. It is located in the center of the municipality of Medellín and is adjacent to La Alpujarra Administrative C
San Antonio station (Medellín)
San Antonio station is a station on the Medellín Metro. It is the terminal station for line B, and a transfer station to line A. It is named after the Church of San Antonio, which
Torre del Café
Torre del Café, also known as Edificio del Café, is a 36-storey high-rise commercial office skyscraper in the city municipality of Medellín, Colombia. Although the starting date of
Plaza Cisneros
Plaza Cisneros, also known as Luces Park or Lights Park, is a plaza in Medellín, Colombia. It is named after the Cuban engineer Francisco Javier Cisneros, who led the construction
Barefoot Park
Barefoot Park is a zen-inspired public park in Medellín, Colombia. The park was funded by EPM and designed by architect Felipe Uribe de Bedout. The park includes a green area with

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Medellin in January: FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Medellin?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Medellin's best months are generally January, July, August and December.

What is the weather like in Medellin in January?+

Expect average temperatures around 21°C. Rainfall averages about 116mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Medellin in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Medellin in January?+

Popular things to do include Monumento a la Raza (Medellín), Alpujarra station, San Antonio station (Medellín) and Torre del Café. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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