Climate Insights for Villanueva

La Guajira, Colombia

Hottest
August
28°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
19°C low66°F low
Wettest
October
451 mm rain17.8 in 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 3,136 mm 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.The climate in Villanueva is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 123.4 in 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 66°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°FebMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°AprMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°AugMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°SepMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°NovMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°DecMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 67°F
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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.Villanueva has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 47mmFebPrecipitation: 46mmMarPrecipitation: 123mmAprPrecipitation: 309mmMayPrecipitation: 405mmJunPrecipitation: 365mmJulPrecipitation: 296mmAugPrecipitation: 355mmSepPrecipitation: 380mmOctPrecipitation: 451mmNovPrecipitation: 297mmDecPrecipitation: 59mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.9inFebPrecipitation: 1.8inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inAprPrecipitation: 12.2inMayPrecipitation: 16inJunPrecipitation: 14.4inJulPrecipitation: 11.7inAugPrecipitation: 14inSepPrecipitation: 15inOctPrecipitation: 17.8inNovPrecipitation: 11.7inDecPrecipitation: 2.3in
Precipitation

Villanueva is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,136 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 261 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 451 mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 46 mm. That's 405 mm 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.Villanueva is a very wet location, receiving approximately 123.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.3 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 17.8 in of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.8 in. That's 15.9 in 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/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
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.Villanueva is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph 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 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb23°74°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr24°74°F
May24°75°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec23°73°F

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 51 mm 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.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 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°F. 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.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 Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
7 km/h4 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
8 km/h5 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
309 mm12.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
405 mm16 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
365 mm14.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
28 °C83 °F
5 km/h3 mph
296 mm11.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
28 °C83 °F
4 km/h3 mph
355 mm14 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
380 mm15 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C69 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
451 mm17.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
27 °C80 °F
5 km/h3 mph
297 mm11.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C67 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in