Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in Galápagos with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Galápagos in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Galápagos with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Galápagos will be around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 146 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 59% per day. Though that seems frequent, the weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Galápagos. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Galápagos in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
146 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 9 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Galápagos?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Galápagos. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Galápagos in January
With 36°C, Galápagos hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Galápagos
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Galápagos, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Galápagos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Galápagos, 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 18 days of rain in Galápagos.
Daily UV Index in January in Galápagos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Galápagos, 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 Galápagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Galápagos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Galápagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Galápagos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Galápagos
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Galápagos. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Galápagos by Month
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