Tucumán Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Tucumán, Argentina this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Tucumán in January

Tucumán, Argentina is a region in Argentina. January in Tucumán generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During January, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Tafí del Valle at 22°C (72°F) to warm in San Miguel de Tucumán at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in San Miguel de Tucumán and 13°C (55°F) in Tafí del Valle. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Calimonte with an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in El Mollar with 490 mm (19 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. San Miguel de Tucumán enjoys about 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tucumán by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tucumán — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Miguel de Tucumán)

Best Places to Visit in Tucumán in January

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

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 Tucumán

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

Temperature range in Tucumán (January)

Precipitation variation in Tucumán (January)

San Miguel de Tucumán

In January San Miguel de Tucumán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
318 mm (13 in)
283 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Tafí del Valle

In January Tafí del Valle generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
358 mm (14 in)
437 mm (17 in)
379 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Yerba Buena

In January Yerba Buena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
269 mm (11 in)
342 mm (13 in)
309 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

San Pedro de Colalao

In January San Pedro de Colalao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

El Mollar

In January El Mollar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
413 mm (16 in)
490 mm (19 in)
437 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Miguel de Tucumán 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Tafí del Valle 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 437 mm (17 in)
Yerba Buena 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 342 mm (13 in)
San Pedro de Colalao 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
El Mollar 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 490 mm (19 in)
Calimonte 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Tucumán weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Tucumán, Argentina brings poor weather. In San Miguel de Tucumán, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

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

Average temperatures in Tucumán, Argentina during January range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in San Miguel de Tucumán.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Tucumán, Argentina, with San Miguel de Tucumán averaging around 318 mm (13 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tucumán, Argentina?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in San Miguel de Tucumán, January may not be the ideal time to visit Tucumán, Argentina.

On average, the best time to visit Tucumán, Argentina is in August and September with generally perfect weather in San Miguel de Tucumán. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Tucumán.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Argentina? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Argentina.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.