January · Paraguay
Best time to visit Asuncion in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Asuncion in January
Average temperature 29°C, 148 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 148 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Asuncion scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 148 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Asunción is Paraguay's riverside capital, combining historic civic buildings, shaded neighborhoods, museums, markets, and a lively food and cultural scene.
January in Asuncion — the hardest end of the year
Days in January average 29°C (84°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
148 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Asuncion — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Asuncion in January?
- In January, Asuncion averages 29°C, 148 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Asuncion?
- January earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Asuncion in January?
- Expect about 148 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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