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Santo Domingo de los Colorados Weather in January

January in Santo Domingo de los Colorados typically sees daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 20°C (68°F). January falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

As part of the rainy season, Santo Domingo de los Colorados sees around 28 days of rain in January, with an average of 423 mm (17 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

In January, expect high temperatures in Santo Domingo de los Colorados, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 20°C (68°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

Enjoy a sunny month with about 197 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santo Domingo de los Colorados. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Santo Domingo de los Colorados Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 93%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 423 mm (17 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 28 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quito, Ecuador (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santo Domingo de los Colorados typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 13°C (55°F).

Average temperatures in January

Historical weather for Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Santo Domingo de los Colorados spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Santo Domingo de los Colorados historical weather extremes in January

Based on 25 years of weather observations in Santo Domingo de los Colorados between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • The hottest January day on record in Santo Domingo de los Colorados reached 31°C (88°F) (January 1, 2023).
  • The coldest January day was on January 29, 2000, with a maximum of 13°C (55°F).
  • Santo Domingo de los Colorados registered its coldest January night on January 3, 2010, with temperatures dropping to 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 Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Santo Domingo de los Colorados in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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