Medellín in January is the eternal spring with the rain switched off.
Weather#
| Typical | |
|---|---|
| Days | ~28°C / 82°F, sunny |
| Nights | ~17°C / 63°F, cool |
| Rain | Little; the driest season with February |
December before, February after.
What's on#
- The alumbrados stay lit along the river until about the second week (the lights).
- Reyes, 6 January: a holiday long weekend; the end of the season.
- The Hay Festival in Cartagena and Medellín late in the month some years.
- Football: Nacional and Medellín resume mid-month at Atanasio Girardot.
What to do#
Everything outdoors in the dry: Comuna 13's escalators and murals, the cable cars to Parque Arví, a Guatapé day (guide), Laureles cafés, El Poblado's hills at dusk. Things to do, the 4-day itinerary, in 3 days.
Prices#
Holiday rates until about the 7th, then the year's normal. Where to stay, on a budget.
Pack#
Light clothes, one layer for nights, sunscreen, hill-proof shoes. First time in Medellín.
With a paisa#
A tinto in a Laureles café, a fonda on a Saturday, a Nacional match: post your dates on Roavi Community and a Local Friend can take you. Travellers in Medellín in January appear there too.
Medellín in January? Spend an evening with someone who lives there.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Medellín in January?
Dry and sunny: highs around 28°C (82°F), lows around 17°C (63°F), little rain, light breezes, cool evenings. January and February are the driest months.Are the Christmas lights still on in Medellín in January?
Usually until about the second week of January, along the river and in the parks. The crowds are far thinner than in December.Is January a good time to visit Medellín?
One of the best: dry weather, the holiday crowds gone after the first week, prices back to normal, and the lights still up for a few days. The city is calm and green.What should I pack for Medellín in January?
Light clothes for warm days, a light jacket or sweater for evenings, sunscreen, comfortable shoes for the hills. No umbrella needed most days.
This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.
