Normal weather for San Pedro de Atacama in January
It's warm in January in San Pedro de Atacama with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 10°C.
In January, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in San Pedro de Atacama. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
San Pedro de Atacama in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
26°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
17 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Start of January
The month of January starts in San Pedro de Atacama with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 25°C, with nights close to 10°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in San Pedro de Atacama will be around 25°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 32°C, San Pedro de Atacama hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in San Pedro de Atacama
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in January in San Pedro de Atacama, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of January. Based on historical data, it shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in San Pedro de Atacama
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for San Pedro de Atacama, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 6 days of rain in San Pedro de Atacama.
Daily Snowfall in January in San Pedro de Atacama
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in San Pedro de Atacama, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in San Pedro de Atacama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in San Pedro de Atacama, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in San Pedro de Atacama Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in San Pedro de Atacama, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in San Pedro de Atacama Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in San Pedro de Atacama, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in San Pedro de Atacama per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in San Pedro de Atacama, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for San Pedro de Atacama
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Average Weather in San Pedro de Atacama by Month
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