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Luena Weather in January
Thinking of visiting Luena in January? Expect high temperatures reaching 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Luena in January
Luena is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 236 mm (9.3 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Luena in January
Luena in January gets highs of 27°C (81°F) during the day and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 17°C (63°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.
Sunshine in Luena in January
The city usually sees around 118 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).January in Luena has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Luena Temperature in January
Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
236 mm (9.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
65%
Sunshine
118 hours
Percentage Sunshine
33%
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Historical weather records for Luena in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Luena spanning 46 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Luena historical weather extremes in January
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Luena between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- Luena recorded its highest January temperature of 32°C (90°F) on January 8, 2025.
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 20°C (68°F), recorded on January 30, 2025.
- The coldest night in January in Luena was on January 16, 2019, with a minimum of 16°C (61°F).
- The wettest day in January Luena was on January 31, 2025 with 62 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Luena in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Luena in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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