Weather in January in Santiago Metropolitan Region
Thinking about venturing to Santiago Metropolitan Region this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to 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. It's the height of 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.For specific regional insights in Santiago Metropolitan Region, refer to the map provided below.
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. In Santiago, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 365 hours of sunshine in Santiago. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Santiago Metropolitan Region climate page.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Interested in more climate information?
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