Lake Titicaca weather in January
Cold, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of -6°C and lows of -10°C, with around 26 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While January isn't our top-rated month for Lake Titicaca, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
-6°C
Average low
-10°C
Rainy days
26 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Lake Titicaca in January
Whatever the weather, Lake Titicaca rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Uros floating island canoe tour with homestay overnight
Taquile Island hiking and weaving workshop visit
Amantaní Island lake circumnavigation by boat
Sunrise at Puno's harbor watching fishing boats depart
Yavari steamship museum tour: 1864 iron vessel
Lake ferry to Bolivia: Copacabana and Sun Island day trip
What to pack for January
Pack for cold weather — a proper winter coat, thermal layers, waterproof boots, and warm accessories. You'll want a good base layer for outdoor activities.
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January (you are here)
-6C
Cold, with frequent heavy rain.
February
-5C
Cold, with frequent heavy rain.
March
-5C
Cold, with frequent heavy rain.
April
-5C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
May
-6C
Cold, with occasional showers.
June
-6C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
July
-7C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
August
-6C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
September
-6C
Cold, with occasional showers.
October
-5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
November
-4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
December
-5C
Cold, with frequent heavy rain.
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