January · Chile
Best time to visit Viña del Mar in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Viña del Mar in January
Average temperature 20°C, 3 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Viña del Mar scores 8.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 20°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Viña del Mar is Chile’s garden seaside resort-flower clock, casino strip, and easy hops to Valparaíso hills. Best window: October-April in the Southern Hemisphere.
January in Viña del Mar — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
January averages 20°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 3 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Viña del Mar (2nd of 12); only February scores higher, at 9/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with 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 Viña del Mar in January?
- In January, Viña del Mar averages 20°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Viña del Mar?
- January earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Viña del Mar in January?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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