Antigua & Barbuda

Antigua & Barbuda Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antigua & Barbuda in January.

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Saint Johnʼs English Harbour Town Dickenson Bay Cobbs Cross

Planning a journey to Antigua & Barbuda this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Antigua & Barbuda in January

January in Antigua & Barbuda generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Saint Johnʼs.

For a closer look at conditions across Antigua & Barbuda, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 42 mm (1.7 in) in Saint Johnʼs.

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Best Places to Visit in Antigua & Barbuda in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Antigua & Barbuda

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Antigua & Barbuda?

Temperature range in Antigua & Barbuda (January)

Precipitation variation in Antigua & Barbuda (January)

Saint Johnʼs

In January Saint Johnʼs generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint Johnʼs →

English Harbour Town

In January English Harbour Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in English Harbour Town →

Jolly Harbour

In January Jolly Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jolly Harbour →

Saint Philips

In January Saint Philips generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint Philips →

Dickenson Bay

In January Dickenson Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dickenson Bay →

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In our records: Antigua & Barbuda January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Antigua & Barbuda in our climate database (1985 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Antigua & Barbuda was 24°C (75°F) in Bolans on January 16, 2000.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Antigua & Barbuda in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Johnʼs 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
English Harbour Town 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Dickenson Bay 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Cobbs Cross 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Old Road 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Bolans 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Antigua & Barbuda weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antigua & Barbuda in January?

January in Antigua & Barbuda brings perfect weather. In Saint Johnʼs, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Antigua & Barbuda in January?

Average temperatures in Antigua & Barbuda during January range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Saint Johnʼs.

Does Antigua & Barbuda get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Antigua & Barbuda. Saint Johnʼs averages only about 42 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Antigua & Barbuda?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Antigua & Barbuda. Typically, the climate in Saint Johnʼs is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December provide perfect weather in Saint Johnʼs. On the other hand, the weather in August and September tend to be unpleasant.

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