Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
Yanque Weather in January
January in Yanque sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.
Rainfall in Yanque in January
As part of the rainy season, Yanque sees around 15 days of rain in January, with an average of 204 mm (8 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Yanque in January
Expect highs of 12°C (54°F) in Yanque in January, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Yanque. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Yanque Temperature in January
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
204 mm (8 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Yanque Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yanque - and find the best time to visit.
Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Yanque typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for Yanque in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Yanque spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Yanque historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Yanque between 2001 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- The hottest January day on record in Yanque reached 25°C (77°F) (January 2, 2004).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 11°C (52°F), recorded on January 25, 2023.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -7°C (19°F) on January 14, 2023, marking the coldest January night on record.
Best Places in Peru in January
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru in January →
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).
What to Wear in Yanque in January
The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Yanque in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
-
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Yanque 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Yanque
See the full Yanque climate overview or explore weather in Peru.
Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
26°C (79°F) Lima
25°C (77°F) Arequipa
17°C (63°F) Puno15°C (59°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
Visit the Rainbow Mountains
"The other" Machu Picchu: the Inca City of Choquequirao
Discover Choquequirao, the hidden Inca city near Cusco. Hike through stunning landscapes and explore ancient ruins with fewer crowds than Machu Picchu.
Hike the inca Trail
Few walking tours speak so much to the imagination as the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. The tour leads through beautiful mountain landscapes and it is called the 'Royal Highway'
The Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
One of your highlights during a trip in Peru might be this eco-luxury lodge in front of the Madre de Dios River, called Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica.