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%.
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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.
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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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | ||||||