Temperature in Montevideo in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Montevideo, Uruguay this January.

Montevideo, Uruguay, a region in Uruguay, typically experiences warm weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Montevideo. In January, it is summer. On average, January is the warmest month of the year in Montevideo, Uruguay. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Montevideo, Uruguay in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Montevideo. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Montevideo in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Montevideo temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Montevideo, Uruguay in January?

Montevideo averages a daytime high of 27°C (81°F) in January, which is high for Montevideo, Uruguay.

How cold does it get at night in Montevideo, Uruguay in January?

Montevideo sees nighttime lows close to 19°C (66°F) in January.

How much sun does Montevideo, Uruguay get in January?

Montevideo usually sees around 293 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 24°C (75°F) in Montevideo this month, good for swimming and cooling off.

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