Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January.

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Stanley Mount Pleasant

Considering a trip to Falkland Islands (Malvinas) this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January

January in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Stanley. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Falkland Islands (Malvinas).

To explore the conditions in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Stanley with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Mount Pleasant with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Stanley sees around 198 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Falkland Islands (Malvinas) by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) — and find the best time to visit. (based on Stanley)

January13°C (55°F) February13°C (55°F) March12°C (54°F) April11°C (52°F) May8°C (46°F) June7°C (45°F) This monthJuly6°C (43°F) August7°C (45°F) September7°C (45°F) October9°C (48°F) November11°C (52°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Falkland Islands (Malvinas).

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

Temperature range in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (January)

Precipitation variation in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (January)

Stanley

In January Stanley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
198 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Stanley →

Mount Pleasant

In January Mount Pleasant generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
198 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Mount Pleasant →

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In our records: Falkland Islands (Malvinas) January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in our climate database (1984 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) reached 27°C (81°F) in Mount Pleasant on January 30, 2025.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) brought 229 mm (9 in) in Mount Pleasant on January 11, 2008.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stanley 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Mount Pleasant 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January?

In January, Falkland Islands (Malvinas) generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Stanley sees daytime temperatures near 13°C (55°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in January?

Daytime temperatures in Stanley peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in January, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Falkland Islands (Malvinas) get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Falkland Islands (Malvinas). Stanley averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

In our view, January is one of the best times to travel to Falkland Islands (Malvinas), however the weather can often be unpleasant in Stanley.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide unpleasant weather in Stanley.

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