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Paracas weather in January (Ica, Peru)

How is the weather in Paracas in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Paracas, January is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C.

Paracas in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 6.5 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 2 days of rain.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Paracas climate page with graphs.

 

Paracas, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 20°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 6.5 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
* Data from: Pisco, Peru (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Peru in January

Find out more about the weather in Peru in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Paracas in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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