Barranquilla vs Rio de Janeiro in January

Barranquilla is the better pick in January — 76 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Barranquilla is sweltering, dry, clean air, while Rio de Janeiro is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Barranquilla vs Rio de JaneiroJanuary climate, side by side

BarranquillaRio de Janeiro
Comfort score76/100 (B)71/100 (B)
Feels-like high35°C38°C
Avg high / low31° / 25°32° / 24°
Rainfall7 mm244 mm
Rainy days121
Humidity78%77%
Air quality (AQI)3882

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Barranquilla vs Rio de Janeiro in January — FAQ

Is January better in Barranquilla or Rio de Janeiro?
Barranquilla is the better pick in January — 76 vs 71 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Barranquilla is sweltering, dry, clean air, while Rio de Janeiro is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Barranquilla vs Rio de Janeiro in January?
In January, Barranquilla averages 31°C high / 25°C low with about 7 mm of rain; Rio de Janeiro averages 32°C high / 24°C low with about 244 mm.