January · Peru
Best time to visit Colca Canyon in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Colca Canyon in January
Average temperature 8°C, 29 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.2/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Colca Canyon scores 9.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 8°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Colca valley's terraces and canyon are the classic condor-watching route near Arequipa.
January ranks 3rd of 12 for Colca Canyon — one of the best windows
Expect 8°C (46°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 29 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Colca Canyon at 9.2/10 (3rd of 12), just behind November at 9.3/10.
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 Colca Canyon in January?
- In January, Colca Canyon averages 8°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Colca Canyon?
- January earns a 9.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Colca Canyon in January?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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