Cancún in January: weather, sea & travel advice
Cancún in January is especially suited to family holidays, beach holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 26 °C (warm), and the sea is about 27 °C. With about 6 rainy days it is dry.
Cancún · JanuaryPhoto: Luka Peternel · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 26 °C
- Night
- 22 °C
- Sea
- 27 °C
- Rainy days
- 6 rainy days
- Sun
- 5 h/day
- Humidity
- 76 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent91/100
City breakExcellent89/100
ActiveGood73/100
FamilyExcellent94/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 26 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (27 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
26J
27F
28M
29A
30M
30J
30J
30A
30S
29O
27N
27D
6J
5F
4M
4A
7M
10J
9J
9A
10S
11O
8N
7D
Similar destinations in January
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Cancún in January?
Daytime highs average around 26 °C, with nights around 22 °C.
Can you swim in Cancún in January?
The sea is about 27 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Cancún in January?
On the long-term average, expect about 6 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Cancún?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.