Climate Insights for Villanueva

Villanueva, Departamento de La Guajira, Colombia

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
19°C low
Wettest
October
451mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Villanueva is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 3136mm of precipitation falls per year. Villanueva receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villanueva is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, February. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19° Feb Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Mar Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Apr Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jun Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Nov Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Dec Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Villanueva has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 47mm Feb Precipitation: 46mm Mar Precipitation: 123mm Apr Precipitation: 309mm May Precipitation: 405mm Jun Precipitation: 365mm Jul Precipitation: 296mm Aug Precipitation: 355mm Sep Precipitation: 380mm Oct Precipitation: 451mm Nov Precipitation: 297mm Dec Precipitation: 59mm
Precipitation

Villanueva is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3136mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 261mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 451mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 46mm. That's 405mm 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: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Villanueva 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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Villanueva, which began on September 23, 2026. Villanueva 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 August at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 838mm across the season with a monthly average of 279mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1016mm across the season with a monthly average of 339mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1129mm across the season with a monthly average of 376mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 152mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 24°
May 24°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 23°
Nov 23°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Villanueva is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 51mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Villanueva 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
19 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
309 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
405 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
365 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
296 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
355 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
21 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
380 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
451 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
297 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
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