January Weather in Santiago

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santiago, Peru, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 9°C (49°F). Highs can soar to 18°C (64°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (38°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santiago throughout January hovers around 94%.

3°C (38°F)

Minimum temperature

9°C (49°F)

Average temperature

18°C (64°F)

Maximum temperature

94%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Santiago averages 170 mm (6.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 23 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 48 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 7% probability of sunny days during this period.

170 mm (6.7 inches)

Precipitation

23 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 15 minutes

Sunshine hours

7%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Santiago reaches a maximum of 19, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 2 5 10 14 18 19 17 13 8 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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