January · Mexico
Best time to visit Cancun in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cancun in January
Average temperature 25°C, 123 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 123 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Cancun scores 6.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 123 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cancún’s Caribbean shores and reef excursions shine in the dry winter months from January through March.
January in Cancun — middling scores, decent value
With 25°C (77°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
123 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.8/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Cancun — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cancun in January?
- In January, Cancun averages 25°C, 123 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cancun?
- 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 Cancun in January?
- Expect about 123 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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