Punta Arenas Weather in January
Chile · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Punta Arenas is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 50mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
12°C
54°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
50mm
dry
Rainy days
8
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 225 hours of sunshine over the month (~7h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Punta Arenas in January?
- January in Punta Arenas is chilly, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 50mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Punta Arenas in January?
- Punta Arenas sees around 50mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Punta Arenas?
- January is a workable month to visit Punta Arenas, but expect some weather trade-offs.