El Chaltén Weather in January
In El Chaltén, January brings low daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.
Rainfall in El Chaltén in January
El Chaltén is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 4 days and an average of 211 mm (8.3 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in El Chaltén in January
January in El Chaltén sees highs of 10°C (50°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) overnight. The month of January belongs to the summer season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in El Chaltén in January
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 250 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.Our weather planner can help you explore other travel destinations worldwide.
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El Chaltén Temperature in January
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
14%
Precipitation
211 mm (8.3 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Sunshine
250 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Historical weather for El Chaltén in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Chaltén spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Chaltén historical weather extremes in January
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in El Chaltén from 2006 through 2025.
- El Chaltén recorded its highest January temperature of 18°C (64°F) on January 25, 2008.
- On January 29, 2010, El Chaltén saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 0°C (32°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was -10°C (14°F) (January 9, 2019).
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What to Wear in El Chaltén in January
Pack for changing conditions in El Chaltén in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in El Chaltén in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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