January · Mexico
Best time to visit La Paz in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in La Paz in January
Average temperature 20°C, 4 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 4 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in La Paz scores 7.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
La Paz is Baja’s capital of Malecon sunsets-sea lions at Espíritu Santo and calm Sea of Cortez swimming. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January in La Paz: strong conditions, 12th of 12
January averages 20°C (67°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 7.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in La Paz in January?
- In January, La Paz averages 20°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit La Paz?
- January earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in La Paz in January?
- Expect about 4 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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