Climate Insights for Villanueva
La Guajira, Colombia
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
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
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
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
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.