January weather forecast
Viña del Mar, Chile

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Weather in January

January in Viña del Mar, Chile, is the start of the year with summer vibes hitting the coast. Though January weather is quite similar to February, it welcomes you with a slightly warmer sea temperature at 17.5°C (63.5°F). This month features beautiful sunny days, few cloudy days, and an almost constant UV index, making it an excellent period for outdoor activities. The rainfall is practically non-existent, contributing to the dry and comfortable condition seen at the start of the year. The period sees wind gusts reaching up to 16.9km/h (10.5mph), providing a refreshing touch to the delightful summer.

Temperature

Viña del Mar witnesses its highest average temperatures during January and February, peaking at 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 69%.

Rainfall

In Viña del Mar, rain does not fall in January and February.

Sea temperature

In Viña del Mar, the average seawater temperature in January is 17.5°C (63.5°F).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 17.5°C (63.5°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Viña del Mar, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 20:58. On the last day of January, in Viña del Mar, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 20:50 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Viña del Mar?

Viña del Mar experiences the peak of its temperatures in January and February, when the average high-temperatures rise to 23.3°C (73.9°F).

What is the average January temperature in Viña del Mar?

The high-temperature, in January, in Viña del Mar, is 23.3°C (73.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 14.7°C (58.5°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Viña del Mar?

The average relative humidity in January in Viña del Mar, Chile, is 69%.

What is the driest month in Viña del Mar?

January and February are months without rainfall.

Does it rain in Viña del Mar in January?

In January, it doesn't rain. December is the latest month when it rains.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Viña del Mar?

In Viña del Mar, Chile, the average seawater temperature in January is 17.5°C (63.5°F). Swimming in 17.5°C (63.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Viña del Mar have in January?

The average day length in January in Viña del Mar is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Viña del Mar?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 20:58. On the last day of the month, in Viña del Mar, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 20:50 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does Viña del Mar have in January?

In Viña del Mar, Chile, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Viña del Mar?

The months with the highest UV index in Viña del Mar are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in January in Viña del Mar?

In Viña del Mar, Chile, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average temperature in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average pressure in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average wind speed in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average humidity in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (66%).

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Average rainfall in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average rainfall in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average rainfall days in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average sea temperature in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in January: 17.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average sunshine days in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and March (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (22.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average UV index in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average cloud cover in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in January: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in January
Viña del Mar, Chile

Average visibility in January - Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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