Temperatures in January
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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Mexico in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Mexico with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 28°C, with nights close to 20°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Mexico will be around 28°C, with nights close to 20°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 49% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Mexico. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Mexico in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
77 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 9 days | |
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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.
Is January a good time to visit Mexico?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Mexico. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Mexico in January
With 33°C, Mexico hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 27°C.
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The climate of Mexico is based on weather data from Cancún. Other spots, like Mexico City, Playa del Carmen or Tulum, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Mexico for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Mexico
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Mexico, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Mexico
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Daily Precipitation in January in Mexico
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Mexico, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 15 days of rain in Mexico.
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.
Temperature in January in Mexico Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Mexico, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Mexico Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Mexico, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Mexico
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Mexico. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Mexico
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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.
