January weather forecast
Puerto Montt, Chile

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Weather in January

January in Puerto Montt, Chile, signifies the high point of summer and hence is quite moderate in terms of heat. The cool sea breeze helps in controlling the overall warmth, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. The peak heat registers up to an average of 19.3°C (66.7°F). Rainfall, however slight and dispersed over about 11.5 days, may make some days intermittent with showers. The daylight hours stretch up to 14.8 hours during the day, creating ample opportunities for sightseeing and other tourist activities.

Temperature

January tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and a low of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Humidity

January is the least humid month in Puerto Montt, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Puerto Montt is January, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 14°C (57.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Puerto Montt.
Note: Unprotected swimming in 14°C (57.2°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Puerto Montt, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 46min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 21:14 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Puerto Montt is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in January translates into these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Puerto Montt?

The warmest month in Puerto Montt, Chile, is January, with an average high-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

What is the temperature in January in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, 19.3°C (66.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 10.5°C (50.9°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the least humid month in Puerto Montt?

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in January in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, Chile, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

What is the driest month in Puerto Montt?

The month with the least rainfall in Puerto Montt, Chile, is January, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, Chile, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

What months are the sea warmest in Puerto Montt?

January and February, with an average sea temperature of 14°C (57.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Puerto Montt.

How cold is the water in January in Puerto Montt?

In Puerto Montt, Chile, the average seawater temperature in January is 14°C (57.2°F). Swimming in 14°C (57.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Puerto Montt have in January?

In Puerto Montt, the average day length in January is 14h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Puerto Montt?

On the first day of January in Puerto Montt, Chile, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 21:14 -03.

What month has the most sunshine in Puerto Montt?

With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Montt have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Puerto Montt is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in January in Puerto Montt?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Puerto Montt is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average temperature in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average pressure in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1015.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average wind speed in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.1km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average humidity in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average rainfall in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average rainfall in January: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (178mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average rainfall days in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average sea temperature in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in January: 14°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (10.4°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average sunshine days in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average UV index in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is February (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average cloud cover in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Puerto Montt, Chile

Average visibility in January - Puerto Montt, Chile
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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Puerto Montt, Chile

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