Punta Arenas weather in January (Magallanes, Chile)
Thinking of visiting Punta Arenas in January? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Punta Arenas includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 14°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 8°C.
Precipitation
Punta Arenas in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 10 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 223 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Punta Arenas. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Punta Arenas climate page with graphs.
Punta Arenas, monthly averages in January
Where to go in Chile in January
Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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