Mexico (Cancún) · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Max Temp
27°C
Min Temp
19.6°C
Sunshine
5.9 h/day
Rain Days
8 days
Water Temp
26.1°C
Rainfall
62.7 mm
Humidity
77%
Avg Temp
23.9°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is one of the best travel months for Mexico (Cancún) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 27°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 27°C, cooling to 20°C at night (daily average: 24°C). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (63 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
Beste Zeit für Cancún und die Riviera Maya: trocken, 25–30°C, das karibische Türkis ohne Regenwolken. Chichen Itzá und Tulum ohne extreme Hitze. Día de los Muertos im November ist kulturell besonders — Ofrendas in den Maya-Gemeinden.
Packing list for Mexico (Cancún) in January
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Mexico (Cancún)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Cancún) (Climate Score: 65/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C), good sunshine (6 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Cancún) in January?
- In January, Mexico (Cancún) sees daily highs of 27°C. Nights cool to 20°C, with a daily average of 24°C.
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Cancún) in January?
- In January, Mexico (Cancún) receives an average of 63 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Cancún) get in January?
- Mexico (Cancún) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Cancún) in January?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Cancún) in January averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
