January · Mexico
Best time to visit Cancun in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
6.8/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 123 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Sunny days
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
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 sunny days this month.
Cancún’s Caribbean shores and reef excursions shine in the dry winter months from January through March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cancun in January?
- In January, Cancun averages 25°C, 123 mm of rain, and about 13 sunny days. 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 sunny days.
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