PeruAverage weather for Punta Arenas in January
It's hot in January in Punta Arenas with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Punta Arenas with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 23°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Punta Arenas is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 210 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Punta Arenas in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
210 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
21 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Punta Arenas?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Punta Arenas. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
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Daily Temperature in January in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Punta Arenas, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Punta Arenas
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Punta Arenas, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 21 days of precipitation in Punta Arenas.
Daily UV index in January in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Punta Arenas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Punta Arenas over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Punta Arenas, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Punta Arenas over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Punta Arenas, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Punta Arenas
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Average weather in Punta Arenas by month
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