MexicoThe weather in January in Riviera Maya
It's warm in January in Riviera Maya with an average temperature of 28°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 22°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Riviera Maya. 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 Riviera Maya, 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, Riviera Maya reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2018. 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 70 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Riviera Maya
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Riviera Maya. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Riviera Maya | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Riviera Maya 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 Riviera Maya 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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Riviera Maya
Temperature in January in Riviera Maya over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Riviera Maya, 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 Riviera Maya
Total precipitation in January in Riviera Maya over the years
Daily UV index in January in Riviera Maya
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Riviera Maya, 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.
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Average weather in Riviera Maya by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Riviera Maya. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.