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Punta del Este weather in January (Maldonado, Uruguay)

How is the weather in Punta del Este in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Punta del Este the weather in January is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Punta del Este in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 261 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Punta del Este, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Uruguay in January

Find out more about the weather in Uruguay 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 Punta del Este in January?

For visitors traveling to Punta del Este, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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