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San Martin Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in San Martin, Peru in January.

Planning a journey to San Martin, Peru this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in San Martin in January

San Martin, Peru is a region in Peru. January in San Martin generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Tarapoto. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in San Martin, Peru in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sauce with an average of 187 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Lamas with 275 mm (11 in).

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Best Places to Visit in San Martin in January

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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 San Martin

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in San Martin, Peru?

Temperature range in San Martin (January)

Precipitation variation in San Martin (January)

Tarapoto

In January Tarapoto generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
275 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Sauce

In January Sauce generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lamas

In January Lamas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
275 mm (11 in)
316 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tarapoto 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Sauce 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Lamas 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 275 mm (11 in)

San Martin weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in San Martin, Peru in January?

In January, San Martin, Peru generally has poor weather conditions. Tarapoto sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in San Martin, Peru in January?

Tarapoto averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does San Martin, Peru get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to San Martin, Peru, with Tarapoto averaging around 234 mm (9.2 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit San Martin, Peru?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit San Martin, Peru due to the typically poor weather in Tarapoto.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June and July offering mostly pleasant weather in Tarapoto. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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