January · Mexico
Best time to visit Chihuahua in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chihuahua in January
Average temperature 9°C, 2 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 41% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 41%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Chihuahua scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Chihuahua is the Copper Canyon rail capital-desert heat, revolutionary history, and Creel train departures. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January in Chihuahua: strong conditions, 9th of 12
Expect 9°C (48°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 2 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Chihuahua — 1.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chihuahua in January?
- In January, Chihuahua averages 9°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Chihuahua?
- January earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chihuahua in January?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 41% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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