El Calafate weather in January (Santa Cruz, Argentina)
Planning a trip to El Calafate in January? This guide provides all the details you need.
In January, El Calafate generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 16°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
El Calafate in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 5 days of rain.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 255 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized El Calafate climate page with graphs.
El Calafate, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
71 mm
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
47%
Sunshine
255 hours
Percentage Sunshine
51%
Where to go in Argentina in January
Find out more about the weather in Argentina in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in El Calafate in January?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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