Monthly climate guide
Valparaíso weather in January
January in Valparaíso is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 19°C (66°F) and night-time lows near 16°C (60°F). The month usually brings about 1 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's one of the drier months, with about 95% less rain than Valparaíso's average.
- January is Valparaíso's second warmest month.
- In Valparaíso, January is mid-summer — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
19°C
66°F
Avg low
16°C
60°F
Rainfall
1 mm
very dry
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
43%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Valparaíso weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 66°F | 16°C / 60°F | 1 mm | 83% | 43% |
| February | 19°C / 67°F | 16°C / 60°F | 1 mm | 83% | 41% |
| March | 19°C / 65°F | 15°C / 59°F | 3 mm | 83% | 43% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 14°C / 56°F | 9 mm | 84% | 48% |
| May | 16°C / 60°F | 13°C / 55°F | 44 mm | 85% | 60% |
| June | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 52°F | 58 mm | 84% | 56% |
| July | 13°C / 56°F | 10°C / 51°F | 34 mm | 84% | 55% |
| August | 14°C / 56°F | 10°C / 51°F | 38 mm | 84% | 54% |
| September | 14°C / 57°F | 11°C / 51°F | 14 mm | 84% | 54% |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 52°F | 13 mm | 83% | 52% |
| November | 16°C / 62°F | 13°C / 55°F | 4 mm | 82% | 41% |
| December | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 4 mm | 82% | 41% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
Is January a good time to visit Valparaíso?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Valparaíso →Other Chile cities in January
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Valparaíso in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Valparaíso?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Valparaíso, with highs around 19°C and about 1 mm of rain.
How warm is Valparaíso in January?
Average highs are about 19°C (66°F) and average lows about 16°C (60°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Valparaíso in January?
Valparaíso typically gets around 1 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Valparaíso (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.