El Calafate weather in January (Santa Cruz, Argentina)
How does the weather in El Calafate, Argentina usually fare in January? Our guide has all the details you need.
Temperatures
The monthly weather conditions in El Calafate for January typically bring moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the summer season. As the day progresses, monthly temperatures can peak at 16°C. At nightfall, they typically drop to 5°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Precipitation
El Calafate in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. You can expect rain on around 5 days based on historical patterns.
Average sunshine
There are approximately 255 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear, pleasant days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for El Calafate.
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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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Argentina, check out our El Calafate's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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