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Weather in January in Santiago Metropolitan Region

Considering a trip to Santiago Metropolitan Region this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Santiago Metropolitan Region in January?

Santiago Metropolitan Region is a region in Chile. In January, Santiago Metropolitan Region experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. In January, it is summer.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Valle Nevado at 17°C to warm in Tiltil at 29°C. At night it cools down to 15°C in Tiltil and 6°C in Valle Nevado. In Santiago Metropolitan Region, 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.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Tiltil with an average of 5.1 mm to moderate rainfall in Valle Nevado with 46 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Santiago typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Meanwhile, Santiago enjoys close to 365 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Santiago Metropolitan Region for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Santiago Metropolitan Region climate page.

Where to go in Santiago Metropolitan Region in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Santiago Metropolitan Region on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Santiago Metropolitan Region?

Santiago

In January Santiago generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Santiago
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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<<   Annual Annual
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21°C 
8°C 
2,750 hours 
635 mm 
41 days 
poor 
28°C 
14°C 
365 hours 
11 mm 
4 days 
28°C 
14°C 
302 hours 
12 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Santiago

Valle Nevado

In January Valle Nevado generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Valle Nevado
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<<   Annual Annual
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9°C 
-2°C 
2,750 hours 
1057 mm 
76 days 
poor 
17°C 
6°C 
365 hours 
46 mm 
9 days 
16°C 
5°C 
302 hours 
45 mm 
10 days 
Climate in Valle Nevado

Puente Alto

In January Puente Alto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Puente Alto
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
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rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
<<  
19°C 
6°C 
2,750 hours 
717 mm 
45 days 
poor 
27°C 
13°C 
365 hours 
12 mm 
4 days 
26°C 
12°C 
302 hours 
14 mm 
5 days 
Climate in Puente Alto

Farellones

In January Farellones generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Farellones
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
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conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
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11°C 
-0°C 
2,750 hours 
990 mm 
74 days 
poor 
19°C 
7°C 
365 hours 
41 mm 
9 days 
18°C 
7°C 
302 hours 
41 mm 
10 days 
Climate in Farellones

San José de Maipo

In January San José de Maipo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

San José de Maipo
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conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   Annual Annual
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13°C 
1°C 
2,750 hours 
1001 mm 
61 days 
21°C 
8°C 
365 hours 
26 mm 
7 days 
21°C 
8°C 
302 hours 
28 mm 
7 days 
Climate in San José de Maipo

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Santiago Metropolitan Region, in Chile.

Is January the best time to visit Santiago Metropolitan Region?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Santiago Metropolitan Region. Typically, the climate in Santiago is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Santiago. On the other hand, the month of June tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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