January · Mexico
Best time to visit Monterrey in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Monterrey in January
Average temperature 12°C, 10 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 51% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.6/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 10 mm
- Humidity
- 51%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Monterrey scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Monterrey is Mexico’s northern industrial capital framed by Cerro de la Silla-mountain parks and a modern business core. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January in Monterrey — one of the year's strongest windows (9th)
January averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 10 mm for the month, with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.6 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Monterrey (9th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Monterrey in January?
- In January, Monterrey averages 12°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Monterrey?
- January earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Monterrey in January?
- Expect about 10 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 51% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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