January · Mexico
Best time to visit Mazatlán in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mazatlán in January
Average temperature 23°C, 1 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 1 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Mazatlán scores 9.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mazatlán pairs a long Malecón with a revived centro histórico-Pacific sunsets and island boat days. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Mazatlán — one of the year's strongest windows (7th)
With 23°C (73°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Mazatlán at 9.3/10 (7th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mazatlán in January?
- In January, Mazatlán averages 23°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Mazatlán?
- January earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mazatlán in January?
- Expect about 1 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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