January weather forecast
Valdivia, Chile

For those who seek warmth, January in Valdivia, Chile, may be ideal. This month offers the highest temperatures of the year, peaking at 22.7°C (72.9°F). Smooth transitions in temperature define this time of year as the mercury shifts subtly from the previous months. As the New Year unfolds, beachgoers find delight in the ample sunshine with longer daylight compared to December, encouraging outdoor activities. Despite experiencing average rainfall, the month rarely brings surprises to the locals and tourists alike.

Temperature

Valdivia, Chile, transitions into January recording an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. In the face of high daytime temperatures, Valdivia witnesses a consistent average nighttime low of 10.5°C (50.9°F) during January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Valdivia, during January, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. In Valdivia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177 days and collects up to 1788mm (70.39") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: A surface water temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Valdivia, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 21:24. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 21:11 -03.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index in Valdivia. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 11 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Carry out all vital precautions. Protection from sun exposure is a must. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.