The climate of Arequipa in January is humid. An average of 136 mm precipitation is recorded over 20 days. The situation is wetter than the previous month: in December, an average of 52 mm is recorded over 10 days.
Temperatures are rather cool in Arequipa in January, but remain tolerable with appropriate clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 18°C, while the minimum falls to about 13°C. The month's average temperature is 15°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Arequipa in January: 22°C as a maximum in 2016 and 5°C as a minimum in 2011. We can expect about 16 days with temperatures above 18°, i.e. 52% of the month.
In January, the days last on average 12:59 in Arequipa. The sun rises around 05:26 and sets around 18:25.
With favorable weather, the month of January is a good month to travel to Arequipa in Peru.
In January, the most favorable activities in Arequipa are: Cultural visits and heritage, Nightlife and Gastronomy.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Nature and landscapes.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Arequipa in January: Hiking and trekking.
