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Patagonia Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Patagonia in January

Patagonia, Argentina is a region in Argentina. The weather in Patagonia in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. During January, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in El Chaltén at 10°C (50°F) and very warm in Neuquén at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Neuquén and 2°C (36°F) in El Chaltén. On average, January is the warmest month of the year in Patagonia, Argentina. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Patagonia, Argentina, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Comodoro Rivadavia with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to heavy rainfall in El Chaltén with 211 mm (8.3 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Puerto Madryn.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Puerto Madryn enjoys approximately 292 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Patagonia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Patagonia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Puerto Madryn)

Best Places to Visit in Patagonia in January

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

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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 Patagonia

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

Temperature range in Patagonia (January)

Precipitation variation in Patagonia (January)

Puerto Madryn

In January Puerto Madryn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
292 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

El Chaltén

In January El Chaltén generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
250 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Neuquén

In January Neuquén generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
315 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Blest

In January Puerto Blest generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
298 hours
335 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Trelew

In January Trelew generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
311 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Madryn 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
El Chaltén 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Neuquén 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Puerto Blest 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Trelew 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Comodoro Rivadavia 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Patagonia weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Patagonia, Argentina typically experiences very good weather in January, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Puerto Madryn average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

Puerto Madryn averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

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

Not particularly. Puerto Madryn averages just 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Patagonia, Argentina.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Patagonia, Argentina?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Patagonia, Argentina with often excellent weather in Puerto Madryn.

On average, the best time to visit Patagonia, Argentina is in February, March, April, September, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Puerto Madryn.

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