January · Mexico
Best time to visit Calakmul in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Calakmul in January
Average temperature 24°C, 82 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.7/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 82 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Calakmul scores 6.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 24°C, 82 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Calakmul hides Maya pyramids in Campeche jungle-howler monkeys and vast biosphere silence. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Calakmul: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Trail conditions at 24°C (75°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 82 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.7/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and 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 Calakmul in January?
- In January, Calakmul averages 24°C, 82 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Calakmul?
- January earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Calakmul in January?
- Expect about 82 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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