January 8 is generally a great time to visit Montevideo. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Montevideo right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Montevideo
Currency
UYU
$ Uruguayan peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.795
Montevideo Weather Forecast for January 8
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.8°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Montevideo in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Montevideo typically experiences temperatures between 19.6°C and 25.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Montevideo
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
19.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.7°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
39%
Overcast
Pressure
1011.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Montevideo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
20.1°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Uruguay
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Recommended
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~22
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Montevideo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:41
☀️ Noon
12:52
🌇 Sunset
20:03
⏱️ Daylight
14h 21m
Wind Speed
23.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
12.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Montevideo
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Montevideo on January 8 averages 25.8°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Montevideo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 1
25.1°C • 14% rain
Score
100
January 2
25°C • 12% rain
Score
100
January 3
25.2°C • 10% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Montevideo Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Montevideo on January 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.8°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 22 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Uruguay, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 23.9°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.74m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 32.5°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 17.3°C in 2025.