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Latacunga Weather in January
With daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), January in Latacunga brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that January is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Latacunga in January
Latacunga is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 14 days and an average of 171 mm (6.7 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.
Temperature in Latacunga in January
Latacunga in January gets highs of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.For Latacunga itself, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Latacunga Temperature in January
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
171 mm (6.7 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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Daily Historical Temperatures
31-year average (1987-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Latacunga typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
31-year average (1987-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather records for Latacunga in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Latacunga spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Latacunga historical weather extremes in January
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Latacunga between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- On January 25, 2014, temperatures climbed to 29°C (84°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- On January 2, 2023, Latacunga saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 11°C (52°F).
- The coldest night in January in Latacunga was on January 31, 2021, with a minimum of 1°C (34°F).
- The wettest January day on record brought 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation to Latacunga (January 6, 2014).
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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 Latacunga in January
The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Latacunga in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Latacunga 3-Day Forecast
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