January · Belize
Best time to visit Cockscomb Basin in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cockscomb Basin in January
Average temperature 22°C, 166 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.9/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 166 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Cockscomb Basin scores 5.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°C, 166 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cockscomb Basin is a jaguar sanctuary of rainforest trails, waterfalls, and dense Chiquibul-edge jungle. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Cockscomb Basin: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Trail conditions at 22°C (72°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
166 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 7.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Cockscomb Basin — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cockscomb Basin in January?
- In January, Cockscomb Basin averages 22°C, 166 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cockscomb Basin?
- January earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cockscomb Basin in January?
- Expect about 166 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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