Singapore · January
Low seasonSingapore · Asia
Max Temp
30.2°C
Min Temp
24.8°C
Sunshine
5 h/day
Rain Days
10 days
Water Temp
28°C
Rainfall
252 mm
Humidity
83%
Avg Temp
26.9°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in February.
January in Singapore is generally manageable, but with 10 rain days it's not a reliably sunny month. Better conditions can be found in February.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 30°C, cooling to 25°C at night (daily average: 27°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (252 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 28°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Nordost-Monsun und chinesisches Neujahr: Singapur ist das ganze Jahr warm, aber Januar und Februar sind relativ trockener. Das chinesische Neujahr verwandelt Chinatown und Orchard Road in ein Lichtermeer aus roten Laternen.
Packing list for Singapore in January
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Singapore?
- January is not an optimal month for Singapore (Score: 68/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider February.
- How warm is it in Singapore in January?
- In January, Singapore sees daily highs of 30°C. Nights cool to 25°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Singapore in January?
- In January, Singapore receives an average of 252 mm of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Singapore get in January?
- Singapore averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Singapore in January?
- Water temperature in Singapore in January averages 28°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
