Artigas Department Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Artigas Department, Uruguay in January.

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Planning a journey to Artigas Department, Uruguay this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Artigas Department in January

Artigas Department, Uruguay is a region in Uruguay. January in Artigas Department generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation. January falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Artigas. In Artigas Department, Uruguay, January typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Artigas Department, Uruguay, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 131 mm (5.2 in) in Artigas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Artigas enjoys about 278 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Artigas Department by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Artigas Department — and find the best time to visit. (based on Artigas)

January32°C (90°F) February31°C (88°F) March30°C (86°F) April26°C (79°F) May22°C (72°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August22°C (72°F) September23°C (73°F) October26°C (79°F) November29°C (84°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Artigas Department in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Artigas Department.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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).

Popular Destinations in Artigas Department

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Artigas Department, Uruguay?

Artigas

In January Artigas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
278 hours
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Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
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Weather conditions
tolerable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Artigas Department, in Uruguay.

In our records: Uruguay January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Uruguay in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Uruguay reached 42°C (108°F) in Paysandú on January 14, 2022.

Artigas Department weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Artigas Department, Uruguay in January?

In January, Artigas Department, Uruguay generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Artigas sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in Artigas Department, Uruguay in January?

Artigas averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Artigas Department, Uruguay get a lot of rain in January?

Artigas Department, Uruguay sees substantial rainfall in January. Artigas typically averages about 131 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Artigas Department, Uruguay?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Artigas Department, Uruguay due to the typically tolerable weather in Artigas.

On average, the best time to visit Artigas Department, Uruguay is in August with generally perfect weather in Artigas. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be unpleasant.

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