The weather in January in Mexico

It's warm in January in Mexico with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 23°C.

Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Mexico. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Mexico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 33°C in 2014, Mexico reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 27°C.

Rainfall amount

In January, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Daily weather in January for Mexico

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mexico. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

January weather comparison

  Mexico New York
Average temperature 27°C 5°C
Max. temperature 29°C 11°C
Min. temperature 18°C -5°C
Total precipitation 77 mm 97 mm
Rainy days 11 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Mexico with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 21°C.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Mexico is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Check out the climate of Mexico for all months and discover the best travel time

The climate in Mexico is based on weather data from Cancún. Other places, like Mexico City, Playa del Carmen or Tulum, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mexico to get the full picture of the climate.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in January in Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in January in Mexico

Temperature in January in Mexico over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Mexico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in January in Mexico

Total precipitation in January in Mexico over the years

Daily UV index in January in Mexico

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Mexico, 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.

Weather experiences in January in Mexico

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The weather was pleasant. Sunny and warm during the day, perfect for beach visits. Evenings were cooler, so a light jacket was needed.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Mexico by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mexico. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.