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Alausí Weather in January
With daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), January in Alausí brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that January is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Alausí in January
As part of the rainy season, Alausí sees around 14 days of rain in January, with an average of 463 mm (18 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Alausí in January
In January, Alausí sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights drop to around 7°C (45°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're planning additional trips, our weather planner can help you find destinations that match your weather preferences.
Alausí Temperature in January
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
463 mm (18 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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Historical weather records for Alausí in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alausí spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Alausí historical weather extremes in January
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Alausí from 2006 through 2025.
- The warmest day in January was on January 27, 2024, with a maximum of 27°C (81°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 9°C (48°F), recorded on January 5, 2006.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 1°C (34°F) (January 18, 2025).
- The wettest day in January Alausí was on January 29, 2019 with 64 mm (2.5 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 Alausí in January
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Alausí in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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