January Weather in Salta

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Salta, Argentina, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (53°F). Typically, the humidity level in Salta throughout January hovers around 84%.

12°C (53°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Salta averages 241 mm (9.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 52 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.

241 mm (9.5 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 52 minutes

Sunshine hours

33%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Salta reaches a maximum of 17, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 4 7 11 15 17 17 15 11 6 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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