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Santiago in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Santiago in January and see if it is worth visiting.
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January

Weather in Santiago in January 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal January holiday with excellent weather, Santiago is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +84°F. Expect about 25 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 4 mm of precipitation over 4 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the driest month of the year in Santiago

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
52%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
25 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santiago has great weather in January.

Average temperature in Santiago in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santiago for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in January is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +86°F.

Is Santiago warm or cold in January?

Santiago is typically warm in January.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +61°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

January is one of the warmest months in Santiago, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Santiago in January

Santiago weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+82°F+84°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+48°F+48°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+99°F+97°F
Rainfall
5 mm4 mm4 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
53%52%54%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
232522
Cloudy days
423
Rainy days
443
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as great as in December. It’s getting warmer as January arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 5 mm to 4 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 53% to 52%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 23 to 25.

February brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Santiago in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually increasing during January, going from 5 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Santiago based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 3%, leading to total precipitation of around 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Santiago is amazing in January with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Santiago wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 27% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Santiago?

This is the weather in Santiago in January 2023:
1 January
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+83°F
2 January
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+83°F
3 January
☀️
+87°F
4 January
☀️
+90°F
5 January
☀️
+83°F
6 January
☀️
+85°F
7 January
☀️
+87°F
8 January
☀️
+87°F
9 January
☀️
+84°F
10 January
☁️
+82°F
11 January
☀️
+87°F
12 January
☁️
+83°F
13 January
☀️
+87°F
14 January
☀️
+82°F
15 January
☀️
+88°F
16 January
☀️
+83°F
17 January
☀️
+81°F
18 January
☀️
+86°F
19 January
☀️
+78°F
20 January
☀️
+83°F
21 January
☀️
+85°F
22 January
☀️
+88°F
23 January
☀️
+88°F
24 January
☀️
+87°F
25 January
☀️
+87°F
26 January
☀️
+82°F
27 January
☀️
+89°F
28 January
☀️
+92°F
29 January
☀️
+89°F
30 January
☀️
+88°F
31 January
☀️
+86°F
In January 2023 Santiago had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 44%, with a maximum of 84% and a minimum of 17%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Santiago climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Santiago in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+70°F) and the highest in 2020 (+75°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 165 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 1031 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santiago in January:

Is January a good time to visit Santiago?

Yes, January is a great time to go to Santiago, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Santiago.

Can you sunbathe in Santiago in January?

January is warm in Santiago. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Santiago rainy in January?

Santiago is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Santiago in January?

Yes, Santiago is sunny in January. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Chile

Check out the weather for other cities in Chile.

Monthly weather in Santiago

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santiago, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.