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San Cristóbal Island in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit San Cristóbal Island in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to San Cristóbal Island, Galápagos Islands.

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San Cristóbal Island in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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San Cristóbal Island in January in summary
Favourable weather
Min 24°C Max 26°C 40 mm 2 day(s) 87% 51% 26°C UV 6 10.3 h/day
Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 06:02 18:12
Hourly weather

Average weather in San Cristóbal Island in January 2027

Favourable weather

The weather in San Cristóbal Island in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of San Cristóbal Island in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in San Cristóbal Island in January.

Temperatures and rain in San Cristóbal Island in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in January.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in San Cristóbal Island in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of San Cristóbal Island in January

Check the seasonal normals in San Cristóbal Island in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 23.1°C 24.8°C 26.2°C
Maximum temperature 23.6°C 25.5°C 27.0°C
Minimum temperature 22.5°C 24.2°C 25.4°C
Record maximum temperature 29.0°C
(2015)
29.0°C
(2017)
30.0°C
(2017)
Record low temperature 20.0°C
(2010)
21.0°C
(2018)
23.0°C
(2018)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 23.3°C 24.3°C 26.2°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 21.2°C 22.3°C 23.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 25.7°C 26.1°C 28.6°C
Wind
Wind speed 19 km/h 17 km/h 14 km/h
Wind temperature 22.9°C 24.4°C 25.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 9.5 mm 40.3 mm 105.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 7 day(s)
(23%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
17 day(s)
(59%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 0 day(s)
(0%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
6 day(s)
(22%)
Record precipitation in one day 7.2 mm
(2015)
30.1 mm
(2010)
53.9 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 88% 87% 84%
Visibility 9.8 km 9.8 km 9.6 km
Cloud cover 60% 51% 40%
UV index 6 6 7
Daily sunshine 9h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h48 06h02 06h08
Sunset time 17h58 18h12 18h16
Day length 12h10 12h10 12h08
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When fair weather favourable weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in San Cristóbal Island in January?

Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationDiving and snorkelingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in San Cristóbal Island in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in San Cristóbal Island in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
24°C25°C0.0 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
25°C26°C0.2 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
25°C26°C0.1 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
25°C26°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
25°C26°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
25°C26°C0.0 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
25°C26°C0.1 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.2 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
23°C24°C0.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
23°C25°C0.0 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
24°C26°C0.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.2 mm
15
Light rain shower
25°C26°C1.1 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C0.2 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
25°C26°C0.3 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C0.1 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
26°C27°C0.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C0.0 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C0.0 mm
23
Cloudy
24°C27°C0.0 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
24°C26°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
23°C26°C0.0 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
23°C26°C0.0 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
23°C25°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
24°C26°C0.1 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
24°C26°C0.8 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
24°C27°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C0.0 mm
Nearby

Where to go near San Cristóbal Island in January?

Compare cities and destinations near San Cristóbal Island in January to find another travel stop, a nearby alternative or a logical continuation of your stay in San Cristóbal Island.

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to San Cristóbal Island in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in San Cristóbal Island in January, which places this month 3th out of 12.

Expect an average of 26°C during the day and 24°C at night, with about 40 mm of precipitation spread over 2 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 24°C on average in January, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 10.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Diving and snorkeling. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 22/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

The most favorable months in San Cristóbal Island are: January, February, March, April, May and June. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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