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Montañita Weather in January
January in Montañita brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 107 mm (4.2 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Montañita in January
Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 107 mm (4.2 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Montañita in January
In January, Montañita gets high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to around 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are warm at 23°C (73°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the best weather for Montañita.
Montañita Temperature in January
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
107 mm (4.2 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Montañita Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Montañita in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Montañita spanning 50 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Montañita historical weather extremes in January
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Montañita.
- The warmest day in January was on January 19, 2024, with a maximum of 31°C (88°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 23°C (73°F), recorded on January 10, 2018.
- Montañita registered its coldest January night on January 4, 2016, with temperatures dropping to 19°C (66°F).
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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 Montañita in January
Warm but pleasant conditions in Montañita in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.
What To Do in Montañita in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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