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La Serena Weather in January
La Serena in January sees high temperatures, with highs around 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.
Rainfall in La Serena in January
Clear skies and little rain are the norm this month. A great time to spend time outdoors. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 2 days of rain, with 0.6 mm (0.02 in) average for the month. On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.
Temperature in La Serena in January
The excellent temperature in La Serena in January makes it a solid month to visit, with 25°C (77°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 16°C (61°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Sunshine in La Serena in January
With approximately 250 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
La Serena Temperature in January
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Chance of Rain
5%
Precipitation
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
80%
Sunshine
250 hours
Percentage Sunshine
La Serena Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in La Serena typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for La Serena in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for La Serena spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
La Serena historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in La Serena between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- La Serena recorded its highest January temperature of 30°C (86°F) on January 11, 2022.
- The coldest January day was on January 4, 1991, with a maximum of 16°C (61°F).
- The coldest night in January in La Serena was on January 31, 2005, with a minimum of 10°C (50°F).
Best Places in Chile in January
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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).
What to Wear in La Serena in January
For La Serena in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in La Serena in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
La Serena 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for La Serena
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Santiago
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25°C (77°F) San Pedro de Atacama
24°C (75°F) Concón22°C (72°F) Viña del Mar21°C (70°F) Pucón22°C (72°F) Valparaíso20°C (68°F) Bucket list
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