Uruguay

Uruguay Weather in January

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

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Punta del Este Montevideo Punta Del Diablo Colonia del Sacramento

Are you planning a trip a to Uruguay in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Uruguay in January

January in Uruguay generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Punta del Este at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Termas del Daymán at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 20°C (68°F) in Termas del Daymán and 20°C (68°F) in Punta del Este. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Uruguay.

For specific regional insights in Uruguay, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta del Este with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Rivera with 137 mm (5.4 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Punta del Este, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Punta del Este sees around 261 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Uruguay in January

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

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 Uruguay

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

Temperature range in Uruguay (January)

Precipitation variation in Uruguay (January)

Punta del Este

In January Punta del Este generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
261 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Punta del Este →

Montevideo

In January Montevideo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
293 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Montevideo →

Punta Del Diablo

In January Punta Del Diablo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
253 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Punta Del Diablo →

La Paloma

In January La Paloma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
259 hours
271 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in La Paloma →

Colonia del Sacramento

In January Colonia del Sacramento generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
285 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Colonia del Sacramento →

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In our records: Uruguay January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Uruguay in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Uruguay reached 42°C (108°F) in Paysandú on January 14, 2022.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Montevideo 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Punta Del Diablo 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Colonia del Sacramento 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Piriápolis 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Termas del Daymán 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)

Uruguay weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uruguay in January?

Expect perfect weather across Uruguay in January. The popular destination of Punta del Este averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Uruguay in January?

Average temperatures in Uruguay during January range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Punta del Este.

Does Uruguay get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Punta del Este averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Uruguay.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Uruguay?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Uruguay with overall perfect weather in Punta del Este.

On average, the best time to visit Uruguay is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Punta del Este. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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