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Santiago in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Santiago in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Santiago, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Santiago in January 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
January is an ideal time to visit Santiago if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +84°F and about 27 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 4 mm of precipitation over an average of 0 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be 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
51%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
27 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
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

Going from a maximum of +90°F during the day to a minimum of +54°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +84°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 5% 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
6 mm4 mm4 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
52%51%54%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
262724
Cloudy days
544
Rainy days
000
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 6 mm to 4 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 52% to 51%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 26 to 27.

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 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually increasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 4 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 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 2 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 2 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 17% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% 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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+84°F
2 January
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+85°F
3 January
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+88°F
4 January
☀️
+88°F
5 January
☀️
+88°F
6 January
☀️
+85°F
7 January
☀️
+90°F
8 January
☀️
+84°F
9 January
☀️
+83°F
10 January
☀️
+86°F
11 January
☀️
+86°F
12 January
☀️
+86°F
13 January
☀️
+83°F
14 January
☀️
+88°F
15 January
☀️
+83°F
16 January
☁️
+75°F
17 January
☁️
+73°F
18 January
☀️
+80°F
19 January
☀️
+81°F
20 January
☀️
+83°F
21 January
☀️
+84°F
22 January
☀️
+85°F
23 January
☀️
+88°F
24 January
☀️
+89°F
25 January
☀️
+87°F
26 January
☀️
+85°F
27 January
☀️
+82°F
28 January
☀️
+83°F
29 January
☀️
+80°F
30 January
☀️
+83°F
31 January
☀️
+85°F
In January 2023 Santiago had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 44%, with a maximum of 81% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 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 1985 (+85°F) and the highest in 2020 (+93°F). The driest year was 1988 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 0 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, 2022.

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.