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Puerto Natales in January
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.7 in (119 mm) falling in Puerto Natales, alongside highs near 56°F (14°C) and lows of 44°F (7°C).
At 60/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (119 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 56°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 44°F (7°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.7 in (119 mm).
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 56 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around January
January is one of Puerto Natales's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (January – March), which brings about 12.9 in (327 mm) in total.
- Comfort holds steady from December (59 → 60/100).
- January sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Patagonia Peaks route recommends.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.7 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Puerto Natales in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers boat trip
Full-day boat trip up the fjord to two glaciers in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Oct–Apr.
Cueva del Milodón Natural Monument
Huge cave where remains of a giant ground sloth were found, on the road to the park.
Why now January scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cervecería Baguales
Local craft brewpub on the plaza with burgers and house beers.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Costanera of Puerto Natales
Waterfront walk along Última Esperanza Sound with the Monumento al Viento sculpture.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Mesita Grande
Long shared tables and thin-crust pizza on the waterfront.
Nearby in January
- Torres del Paine in January~67 mi · highs 37°F, 6.9 in rain or snow · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, wetter
- El Chaltén in January~166 mi · highs 51°F, 6.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~400 m to Puerto Natales's ~28 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Puerto Natales in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Puerto Natales?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 60/100. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain. January is inside the Nov – Mar window our Patagonia Peaks route recommends.
How cold is Puerto Natales in January?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Natales in January?
Some: about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.0 in (1168 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Natales in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.7 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Puerto Natales
Routes in season in January
- Patagonia Peaks Nov – Mar
Planning Puerto Natales in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.