Climate Insights for Barrancas

Barrancas, Departamento de La Guajira, Colombia

Hottest
July
32°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
October
190mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Barrancas is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1363mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 190mm of rainfall. Barrancas is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.

Temperature

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Barrancas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 25mm Feb Precipitation: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 52mm Apr Precipitation: 142mm May Precipitation: 186mm Jun Precipitation: 148mm Jul Precipitation: 106mm Aug Precipitation: 150mm Sep Precipitation: 168mm Oct Precipitation: 190mm Nov Precipitation: 127mm Dec Precipitation: 41mm
Precipitation

Barrancas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1363mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 190mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 25mm. That's 165mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Barrancas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Barrancas, which began on September 23, 2026. Barrancas is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 379mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 404mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 485mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 96mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 26°
Apr 26°
May 26°
Jun 26°
Jul 27°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Barrancas is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barrancas based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
186 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
32 °C
6 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
22 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
168 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
190 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
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