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Misiones Weather in January

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

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Puerto Iguazú Posadas El Soberbio Oberá

Planning a trip to Misiones, Argentina this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Misiones in January

Misiones, Argentina is a region in Argentina. January in Misiones generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of January is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Puerto Iguazú. On average, January is the warmest month of the year in Misiones, Argentina. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Misiones, Argentina, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Posadas with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Libertad with 175 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Puerto Iguazú gets approximately 198 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Misiones in January

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

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 Misiones

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

Temperature range in Misiones (January)

Precipitation variation in Misiones (January)

Puerto Iguazú

In January Puerto Iguazú generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
198 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Puerto Iguazú →

Posadas

In January Posadas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
255 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Posadas →

El Soberbio

In January El Soberbio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in El Soberbio →

Oberá

In January Oberá generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Oberá →

San Ignacio

In January San Ignacio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
255 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in San Ignacio →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Misiones, in Argentina.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Iguazú 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Posadas 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
El Soberbio 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Oberá 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
San Ignacio 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Saltos del Moconá 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Misiones weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Misiones, Argentina in January. The popular destination of Puerto Iguazú averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Average temperatures in Misiones, Argentina during January range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Puerto Iguazú.

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

Rainfall in Misiones, Argentina peaks during January. Puerto Iguazú averages roughly 170 mm (6.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Misiones, Argentina?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Misiones, Argentina with overall tolerable weather in Puerto Iguazú. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, August provides perfect weather in Puerto Iguazú. On the other hand, the weather in February, October and December tend to be poor.

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