Mendoza Weather in January

January in Mendoza brings very high temperatures around 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 18°C (64°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 75 mm (3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Mendoza in January

Typically, you can expect about 6 days of rain this month, with 75 mm (3 in) on average. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Mendoza in January

Expect highs of 31°C (88°F) in Mendoza in January, with nights dropping to around 18°C (64°F). Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. At 18°C (64°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. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Sunshine in Mendoza in January

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 311 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

Wind Speed in Mendoza in January

January has wind speeds averaging 1 m/s (2 knots). You can expect very gentle conditions with light air movement on typical days. Since this is an average, daily weather varies from perfectly still moments to some breezier days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mendoza. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.