January · Belize
Best time to visit Xunantunich in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Xunantunich in January
Average temperature 22°C, 97 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 97 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Xunantunich scores 6.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°C, 97 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Xunantunich overlooks the Mopan River with a climbable El Castillo pyramid near the Guatemalan border. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Xunantunich — workable with trade-offs
January averages 22°C (72°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 97 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight.
It scores 6.8/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 7.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Xunantunich in January?
- In January, Xunantunich averages 22°C, 97 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Xunantunich?
- January earns a 6.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Xunantunich in January?
- Expect about 97 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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