January · Mexico
Best time to visit Bacalar in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bacalar in January
Average temperature 26°C, 90 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.8/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Bacalar scores 5.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bacalar's lagoon of seven colours and its fort sit in southern Quintana Roo near the Belize border.
January in Bacalar — middling scores, decent value
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bacalar in January?
- In January, Bacalar averages 26°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Bacalar?
- January earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bacalar in January?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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