January · Honduras
Best time to visit Copán Ruinas in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Copán Ruinas in January
Average temperature 21°C, 184 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.1/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 184 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Copán Ruinas scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 184 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Copán Ruinas is a small Honduran town beside the Maya ruins of Copán, known for its carved stelae and stairway.
January in Copán Ruinas: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 21°C (69°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
184 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Copán Ruinas — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Copán Ruinas in January?
- In January, Copán Ruinas averages 21°C, 184 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Copán Ruinas?
- January earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Copán Ruinas in January?
- Expect about 184 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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