Santiago · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 85°F, dipping to 60°F at night. Dry month — only 1 measurable rain days on average. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
85° / 60°F
Humidity
52%
Rain days
1/mo
Wind
11 mph
What January feels like in Santiago
Sunrise
05:49
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:53
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Santiago in January
The kit for January in Santiago: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+2° avg high
0 rain days
Santiago in December →
January
85°F avg high
1 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
+1° avg high
0 rain days
Santiago in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Santiago in January?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Santiago in January?+
Average high 85°F, average low 60°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Santiago?+
Compared to December (avg high 83°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 84°F), January is warmer.
Does it rain often in Santiago in January?+
Expect about 1 measurable rain days in January, on average.