January · Chile
Best time to visit Chaitén in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chaitén in January
Average temperature 12°C, 27 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 27 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Chaitén scores 9.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 12°C, 27 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chaitén rebuilt after a 2008 eruption-ferry gateway to Pumalín parks and northern Patagonia fjords. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
January ranks 2nd of 12 for Chaitén — one of the best windows
Expect 12°C (53°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 27 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.8 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Chaitén at 9.6/10 (2nd of 12), just behind February at 9.8/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chaitén in January?
- In January, Chaitén averages 12°C, 27 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Chaitén?
- January earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chaitén in January?
- Expect about 27 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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