January · Palau
Best time to visit Koror in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Koror in January
Average temperature 28°C, 423 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
3.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 423 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Koror scores 3.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 423 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Koror is Palau's commercial and marine-tourism hub, linking museums, local food, WWII history, dive operators, and boat routes into the Rock Islands.
January in Koror — the year's strongest window
January averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
423 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Koror at 3.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Koror in January?
- In January, Koror averages 28°C, 423 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Koror?
- January earns a 3.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Koror in January?
- Expect about 423 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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