January weather forecast
Antofagasta, Chile

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Weather in January

January in Antofagasta, Chile, unveils a constant climatological pattern with warm temperatures. The set shifts into high gear with the year's highest average temperature recorded at 23.2°C (73.8°F). Throughout the month, visitors can enjoy pleasant sea temperatures and calming sea breezes. Weather conditions remain stable despite a slight increase in humidity. The new year greets Antofagasta with sunny skies and relaxing weather, setting an inviting tone for the upcoming months.

Temperature

The arrival of January denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F) from December's 21.2°C (70.2°F). The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F) during January.

Humidity

In Antofagasta, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January through May, September through December are months without rainfall.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 20.7°C (69.3°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 24min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 20:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 20:30 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?

The high-temperature during January is 23.2°C (73.8°F) and the low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

In Antofagasta, rain does not fall in January through May, September through December.

What is the sea temperature in January?

In January, the average sea temperature in Antofagasta is 20.7°C (69.3°F). For most, swimming in 20.7°C (69.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 13h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 20:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 20:30 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does Antofagasta have in January?

In Antofagasta, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Antofagasta?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average temperature in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average high temperature in January: 23.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average pressure in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average wind speed in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average humidity in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average rainfall in January: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average rainfall days in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in January: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (1.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sea temperature in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in January: 20.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average sunshine days in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in January: 30.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (27.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average UV index in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average cloud cover in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in January: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in January
Antofagasta, Chile

Average visibility in January - Antofagasta, Chile
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

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

Antofagasta, Chile

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