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Jujuy Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jujuy, Argentina in January.

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Tilcara Purmamarca La Quiaca Maimará

Planning a journey to Jujuy, Argentina 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 Jujuy in January

Jujuy, Argentina is a region in Argentina. The weather in Jujuy in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Purmamarca at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Libertador General San Martín at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 19°C (66°F) in Libertador General San Martín and 7°C (45°F) in Purmamarca.

To explore the conditions in Jujuy, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in La Quiaca with an average of 108 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Termas de Reyes with 389 mm (15 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Tilcara.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Tilcara enjoys approximately 209 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Jujuy by month

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

January19°C (66°F) February19°C (66°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May17°C (63°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October19°C (66°F) November19°C (66°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jujuy in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Jujuy

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Jujuy, Argentina?

Temperature range in Jujuy (January)

Precipitation variation in Jujuy (January)

Tilcara

In January Tilcara generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
209 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Tilcara →

Purmamarca

In January Purmamarca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
209 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
225 mm (8.9 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Purmamarca →

La Quiaca

In January La Quiaca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in La Quiaca →

Maimará

In January Maimará generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
209 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
209 mm (8.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Maimará →

Huacalera

In January Huacalera generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Huacalera →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jujuy in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tilcara 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Purmamarca 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
La Quiaca 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Maimará 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Huacalera 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Libertador General San Martín 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)

Jujuy weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jujuy, Argentina in January?

In January, Jujuy, Argentina generally has poor weather conditions. Tilcara sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Jujuy, Argentina in January?

Tilcara averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Jujuy, Argentina get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Jujuy, Argentina, with Tilcara averaging around 230 mm (9.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Jujuy, Argentina?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Jujuy, Argentina due to the typically poor weather in Tilcara.

On average, the best time to visit Jujuy, Argentina is in April, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Tilcara. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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