Average weather for Acapulco in January
It's hot in January in Acapulco with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Acapulco with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 19°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 20°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Acapulco is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 6,5 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Acapulco in January |
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32°C | 5°C | |
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33°C | 11°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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6,5 mm | 97 mm | |
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2 days | 12 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Acapulco?
January is a good month to be in Acapulco for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2020, Acapulco reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Acapulco
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Acapulco, 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 Acapulco
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Acapulco, 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 2 days of precipitation in Acapulco.
Daily UV index in January in Acapulco
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Acapulco, 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 Acapulco over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Acapulco, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Acapulco over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Acapulco, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Acapulco
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Acapulco. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Acapulco by month
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