Ayacucho Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ayacucho, Peru in January.

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Ayacucho

Thinking about venturing to Ayacucho, Peru this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Ayacucho in January

Ayacucho, Peru is a region in Peru. January in Ayacucho generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Ayacucho. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Ayacucho, Peru.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ayacucho, Peru, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 185 mm (7.3 in) in Ayacucho.

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Best Places to Visit in Ayacucho in January

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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 Ayacucho

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Ayacucho, Peru?

Ayacucho

In January Ayacucho generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
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Ayacucho weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ayacucho, Peru in January?

January in Ayacucho, Peru brings poor weather. In Ayacucho, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Ayacucho, Peru in January?

In Ayacucho, the average daytime high in January is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Ayacucho, Peru get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Ayacucho, Peru, with Ayacucho averaging around 185 mm (7.3 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ayacucho, Peru?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ayacucho, January may not be the ideal time to visit Ayacucho, Peru.

Generally speaking, June, July, October and November provide pleasant weather in Ayacucho. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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