Salar de Uyuni weather in January (Bolivia)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in Salar de Uyuni during January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Salar de Uyuni includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C.
Precipitation
Salar de Uyuni in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salar de Uyuni climate page with graphs.
Salar de Uyuni, monthly averages in January
Where to go in Bolivia in January
Find out more about the weather in Bolivia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Salar de Uyuni, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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