El Chaltén in January
In January, El Chaltén averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 7°C (44°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 18 days of the month see precipitation (156 mm total).
High seasonConditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.
January is one of the wetter and less comfortable months in El Chaltén. If your dates are flexible, consider a different time of year.
How January compares to the rest of the year in El Chaltén
January is one of the warmest months in El Chaltén (2nd of 12) and one of the wettest months (2nd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 5°C above the annual average (9°C). January runs 1°C warmer than December (13°C) and warms a further 1°C into February (15°C).
January sunrise & sunset in El Chaltén
Times shown for El Chaltén local time (America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos), calculated for the 15th of January. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in El Chaltén — January
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of January, in El Chaltén's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — El Chaltén in January
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on January's tier (High season) and El Chaltén's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — January in El Chaltén
This is a busy month in El Chaltén — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.
Why this tier: Southern Hemisphere summer holidays
Sun & mosquito risk — January in El Chaltén
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
El Chaltén in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C / 57°F | 7°C / 44°F | 156 mm | 18 | — |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 139 mm | 15 | — |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 210 mm | 18 | — |
| April | 10°C / 49°F | 3°C / 37°F | 199 mm | 17 | — |
| May | 7°C / 44°F | 1°C / 34°F | 175 mm | 16 | — |
| June | 4°C / 38°F | -2°C / 29°F | 150 mm | 16 | — |
| July | 3°C / 37°F | -3°C / 27°F | 163 mm | 18 | — |
| August | 4°C / 40°F | -1°C / 29°F | 178 mm | 19 | — |
| September | 6°C / 43°F | 0°C / 31°F | 133 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 9°C / 48°F | 2°C / 35°F | 135 mm | 16 | — |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 39°F | 167 mm | 16 | — |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 6°C / 42°F | 190 mm | 18 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is El Chaltén in January?
In January, El Chaltén averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 7°C (44°F) — generally cool.
Does it rain a lot in El Chaltén in January?
January is quite rainy in El Chaltén, with about 18 rainy days on average.
Is January a good time to visit El Chaltén?
January is cool but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for El Chaltén in January?
Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full January packing list for El Chaltén for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.