Salta Weather in January
Argentina · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Salta is warm, with average daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows near 17°C (62°F). Expect roughly 197mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
17°C
62°F
Rainfall
197mm
very wet
Rainy days
12
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 196 hours of sunshine over the month (~7h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Salta in January?
- January in Salta is warm, with average daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows near 17°C (62°F). Expect roughly 197mm of precipitation spread over about 12 rainy days, and heavy rainfall is common — this is peak wet season territory.
- Does it rain a lot in Salta in January?
- Salta sees around 197mm of precipitation in January on average — very wet by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Salta?
- January is a workable month to visit Salta, but expect some weather trade-offs.