Mexico (Yucatán) · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonMexico · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 30° (86°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)23– (73–)36 (97) | 34° (93°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 36° (97°)27– (81–)40 (104) | 37° (99°)30– (86–)40 (104) | 35° (95°)28– (82–)38 (100) | 35° (95°)31– (88–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)37 (99) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)24– (75–)34 (93) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 19° (66°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)23 (73) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 3d43mm (1.7") | 2d40mm (1.6") | 2d25mm (1.0") | 2d38mm (1.5") | 4d87mm (3.4") | 12d229mm (9.0") | 10d151mm (6.0") | 12d192mm (7.5") | 12d213mm (8.4") | 8d163mm (6.4") | 5d66mm (2.6") | 3d36mm (1.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Mexico (Yucatán): only 3 rain days, 30°C (86°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 19°C (66°F) at night (daily average: 24°C (75°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 43 mm (1.7 in) total. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
Pleasant days for what people come here for: Maya ruins, cenotes and colonial towns such as Mérida and Valladolid. The heat is bearable, nights are fresh, and the Caribbean is warm enough for swimming. No wonder this is the main season, with cenotes and ruins busy accordingly.
Events & Festivals
- Mérida Festfirst half of January
For Mérida's founding day on 6 January, around two weeks of free concerts, dance and theatre take place on the Plaza Grande and in the old town.
Packing list for Mexico (Yucatán) in January
- Light summer clothes
- Thin cardigan for cool evenings
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Mexico (Yucatán)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Mexico (Yucatán) (Climate Score: 77/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C (86°F)), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Mexico (Yucatán) in January?
- In January, Mexico (Yucatán) sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 19°C (66°F), with a daily average of 24°C (75°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Mexico (Yucatán) in January?
- In January, Mexico (Yucatán) receives an average of 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Mexico (Yucatán) get in January?
- Mexico (Yucatán) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Mexico (Yucatán) in January?
- Water temperature in Mexico (Yucatán) in January averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
