Paraguay

Paraguay Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Paraguay in January.

🔎
Asuncion Encarnación Ciudad del Este Concepción

Planning a trip to Paraguay this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Paraguay in January

January in Paraguay generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of January is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Ciudad del Este at 33°C (91°F) and very hot in Mariscal Estigarribia at 36°C (97°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Mariscal Estigarribia and 22°C (72°F) in Ciudad del Este. On average, January is the warmest month of the year in Paraguay. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Paraguay, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in San Bernardino with an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Bahia Negra with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Asuncion typically receives 278 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Paraguay by month

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Best Places to Visit in Paraguay in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Paraguay.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Paraguay

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Paraguay?

Temperature range in Paraguay (January)

Precipitation variation in Paraguay (January)

Asuncion

In January Asuncion generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
278 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Asuncion →

Encarnación

In January Encarnación generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
255 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Encarnación →

Ciudad del Este

In January Ciudad del Este generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ciudad del Este →

Luque

In January Luque generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
278 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Luque →

San Bernardino

In January San Bernardino generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
278 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in San Bernardino →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Paraguay.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Paraguay in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Asuncion 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Encarnación 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Ciudad del Este 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Concepción 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Bahia Negra 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Mariscal Estigarribia 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Paraguay weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Paraguay in January?

Expect poor weather across Paraguay in January. The popular destination of Asuncion averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Paraguay in January?

In Asuncion, the average daytime high in January is 34°C (93°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Paraguay get a lot of rain in January?

Paraguay sees substantial rainfall in January. Asuncion typically averages about 127 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Paraguay?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Asuncion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Paraguay.

On average, the best time to visit Paraguay is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Asuncion. On the other hand, the months of January, February, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Paraguay.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Paraguay? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Paraguay.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls are among the largest waterfalls on earth. You will be speechless when you see this miracle of mother nature. They are included in the World Heritage List and have also been named one of the seven wonders of the world.
The unspoiled beauty of Itacurubi, Paraguay [Including Maps]

Located in Paraguay's lush, an unspoiled region known as the Garden of the Cordillera, Itacurubi is a hidden gem that draws nature lovers and adventurers from around the world.

Must visit in Paraguay →