Weather in January in Argentina
Planning a getaway to Argentina this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Argentina in January?
Argentina has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. January is a summer month.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Los Glaciares National Park at 9°C to very warm in Santiago del Estero at 35°C. At night it cools down to 23°C in Santiago del Estero and 2°C in Los Glaciares National Park. In Argentina, January typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.For a closer look at conditions across Argentina, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Paso De Indios with an average of 9.6 mm to heavy rainfall in Tafí del Valle with 437 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 285 hours of sunshine in Buenos Aires. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Argentina climate page.
Where to go in Argentina in January
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Argentina?
Buenos Aires
In January Buenos Aires generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
San Carlos de Bariloche
In January San Carlos de Bariloche generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Mar del Plata
In January Mar del Plata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Mendoza
In January Mendoza generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Salta
In January Salta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Argentina?
In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Argentina with overall pleasant weather in Buenos Aires. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, March, April, May, September, November and December provide perfect weather in Buenos Aires. In contrast, June and July tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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