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San Rafael Weather in January
With daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F), January in San Rafael brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that January is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in San Rafael in January
San Rafael is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 14 days and an average of 182 mm (7.2 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in San Rafael in January
San Rafael in January gets highs of 18°C (64°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in San Rafael in January
There are approximately 197 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July, August and September typically offer the best weather for San Rafael.
San Rafael Temperature in January
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
182 mm (7.2 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
197 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Quito, Ecuador (47 KM, 29 Miles).
San Rafael Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Rafael typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for San Rafael in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Rafael spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Rafael historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in San Rafael between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- On January 23, 2024, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- On January 29, 2000, San Rafael saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 13°C (55°F).
- The coldest night in January in San Rafael was on January 3, 2010, with a minimum of 4°C (39°F).
Best Places in Ecuador 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).
What to Wear in San Rafael in January
For San Rafael in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in San Rafael in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Camping3/10
San Rafael 3-Day Forecast
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