Singapore weather in January (Singapore)

Is January a good time to explore Singapore weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Singapore typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Singapore in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 214 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 172 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Singapore climate page with graphs.

 

Singapore, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 214 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 85%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 172 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Singapore in January

Find out more about the weather in Singapore and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Singapore.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Singapore? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Singapore. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.