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Los Lagos Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Los Lagos, Chile in January.

Are you planning a trip a to Los Lagos, Chile in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Los Lagos in January

Los Lagos, Chile is a region in Chile. January in Los Lagos generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Hornopiren at 17°C (63°F) and warm in Osorno at 23°C (73°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Osorno and 9°C (48°F) in Hornopiren.

For a closer look at conditions across Los Lagos, Chile, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Osorno with an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Chaitén with 287 mm (11 in). In Puerto Varas, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Puerto Varas gets approximately 210 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Los Lagos by month

Best Places to Visit in Los Lagos in January

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

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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 Los Lagos

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Los Lagos, Chile?

Temperature range in Los Lagos (January)

Precipitation variation in Los Lagos (January)

Puerto Varas

In January Puerto Varas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
210 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Castro

In January Castro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Montt

In January Puerto Montt generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
210 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Ancud

In January Ancud generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Osorno

In January Osorno generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Los Lagos, in Chile.

In our records: Chile January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Chile 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 Chile reached 41°C (106°F) in Los Ángeles on January 26, 2017.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Chile brought 300 mm (12 in) in Coyhaique on January 2, 1981.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Varas 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Castro 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Puerto Montt 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Ancud 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Osorno 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Frutillar 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Los Lagos weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Los Lagos, Chile in January?

Los Lagos, Chile typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto Varas average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Los Lagos, Chile in January?

In Puerto Varas, the average daytime high in January is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Los Lagos, Chile get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Los Lagos, Chile during January, with Puerto Varas averaging close to 95 mm (3.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Los Lagos, Chile?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Los Lagos, Chile with overall perfect weather in Puerto Varas. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Varas. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July and August tend to be poor.

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