Chile in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Chile in january 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Chile. These predictions are probabilities for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Santiago
perfect weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
74°F
Clear/Sunny
89% of time
9%
2%
1%
Weather at 12pm
76°F
Clear/Sunny
89% of time
9%
2%
1%
Weather at 6pm
63°F
Clear/Sunny
88% of time
11%
1%
1%
Weather at 3am
61°F
87%
11%
2%
2%
Where to go in Chile in january?
Where to go in Chile in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Central of Chile (Santiago, Valparaiso, Constitucion...) | 59°F to 92°F | 0 à 4 days | 59°F to 65°F | perfect weather |
| Easter island (Easter island...) | 76°F | 6 days | 77°F | good weather |
| North of Chile (Iquique, San Pedro de Atacama (Atacama Desert), Caldera...) | 52°F to 85°F | 0 à 16 days | 65°F to 74°F | perfect weather* |
| Patagonia (Punta Arenas, Cape Horn, Parque Nacional Torres del Paine...) | 34°F to 65°F | 1 à 23 days | 50°F to 56°F | bad weather* |
| South of Chile (Puerto Varas, Temuco, Quellon...) | 63°F to 88°F | 0 à 11 days | 58°F to 61°F | good weather* |
Where should you go in Chile in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Chile in january ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
In january the weather is just perfect in Chile, however, only part of the territory is concerned, ie cities of Iquique, Santiago, Valparaiso and Arica. In these places, the conditions are right to enjoy a maximum your travel: the sun is here, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is bearable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!
Apart from of Iquique, Santiago, Valparaiso and Arica, the weather is still good in the cities of Puerto Montt, San Pedro de Atacama, Chiloe Island, Pucón and Easter island. In these areas, temperatures are still suitable and allow you to visit - and why not do a bit of sunbathing in the sun!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Punta Arenas, Portillo and Puerto Natales have a decent enough weather for this kind of activity in january.
Climate in Chile in january
Climate in Santiago in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 70°F (for an average temperature of 74°F). The climate quite enjoyable in this location in january. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during january. You stay dry during your stay!
With a perfect climate, january is a recommended month to go there in Chile.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.3in | ||
| Humidity | 40% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 6% | ||
| Length of day | 14:06 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Caldera in january
In january, maximum temperature is 74°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 70°F). The climate is nice in this city in the month of january. It almost never rains during january. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain during your vacations!
With a perfect weather, january is an advisable time to go in that area in Chile.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0in | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 12% | ||
| Length of day | 13:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Easter island in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Easter island is 76°F (maximum temperature is 76°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate enjoyable in that locality in this month. With 4.8in over 6 days, rainfall can happen for your trip. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, the month of january is a good month to go in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (20%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 13:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Iquique in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). The climate quite pleasant in this city in january. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during this month. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain during your journey!
With ideal weather conditions, january is a recommended time to go in this city.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 73°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 15% | ||
| Length of day | 13:12 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Punta Arenas in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Punta Arenas is 54°F (maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is quite cool in this location in this month, but it is tolerable when dressing warm. With 3.1in over 5 days, you will experience some showers throughout your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in Punta Arenas in Chile.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (17%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 15 | ||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||
| Length of day | 16:20 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Chile in january
| Santiago in january | perfect weather |
| Caldera in january | perfect weather |
| Easter island in january | good weather |
| Iquique in january | perfect weather |
| Punta Arenas in january | tolerable weather |
| San Pedro de Atacama (Atacama Desert) in january | perfect weather |
| Valparaiso in january | perfect weather |
| Cape Horn in january | bad weather |
| Constitucion in january | perfect weather |
| Parque Nacional Torres del Paine in january | bad weather |
| Puerto Varas in january | good weather |
| Quellon in january | good weather |
| Temuco in january | perfect weather |
| Archipielago Juan Fernandez in january | good weather |
| Arica in january | perfect weather |
| Bahía Mansa in january | good weather |
| Caleta Yungay in january | tolerable weather |
| Cerro Sombrero in january | bad weather |
| Chañaral in january | perfect weather |
| Cobquecura in january | perfect weather |
| El Tatio in january | perfect weather |
Weather data for Chile in january:
Weather data for Chile in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Chile. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Chile can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Chile.