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Puerto Maldonado weather in January (Madre de Dios, Peru)

Curious about the January weather in Puerto Maldonado? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Puerto Maldonado typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Puerto Maldonado in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 407 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Puerto Maldonado. June and July typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puerto Maldonado climate page with graphs.

 

Puerto Maldonado, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 407 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  

Where to go in Peru in January

Find out more about the weather in Peru in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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