January · Mexico
Best time to visit Zacatecas in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zacatecas in January
Average temperature 12°C, 0 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 48% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.0/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 48%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Zacatecas scores 9.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Zacatecas climbs silver-mining hills with a pink-stone centre, cable car over town, and baroque churches. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January is one of the strongest months in Zacatecas (10th)
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 0 mm for the month, with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Zacatecas (10th of 12); only October scores higher, at 9.8/10.
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 Zacatecas in January?
- In January, Zacatecas averages 12°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Zacatecas?
- January earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Zacatecas in January?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 48% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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