January · Peru
Best time to visit Huacachina in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Huacachina in January
Average temperature 25°C, 9 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 60% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.5/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 9 mm
- Humidity
- 60%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Huacachina scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 9 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Huacachina is a desert oasis of palm trees and dunes outside Ica, Peru's wine and pisco country.
January ranks 10th of 12 for Huacachina — one of the best windows
January averages 25°C (77°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Rain is a non-issue at 9 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Huacachina (10th of 12); only November scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? November scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Huacachina in January?
- In January, Huacachina averages 25°C, 9 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Huacachina?
- January earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Huacachina in January?
- Expect about 9 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 60% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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