CubaAverage weather for Punta Cana in January
It's hot in January in Punta Cana with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Punta Cana with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Punta Cana is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Punta Cana in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
24 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Punta Cana?
January is a good month to be in Punta Cana for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 47°C in 2016, Punta Cana reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Check out the climate of Punta Cana for all months and discover the best travel time
Curious about the weather in other parts of Cuba? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Havana, Varadero, Trinidad, or explore other destinations in Cuba.
Daily Temperature in January in Punta Cana
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Punta Cana, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Punta Cana
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Punta Cana, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in Punta Cana.
Daily UV index in January in Punta Cana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Punta Cana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Punta Cana over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Punta Cana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Punta Cana over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Punta Cana, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Punta Cana
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Punta Cana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Punta Cana
Have you been to Punta Cana in January?
Share your weather experience in January in Punta Cana.
Average weather in Punta Cana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta Cana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
Or check out the climate of Punta Cana for all months at once
