Cayman Islands

Cayman Islands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cayman Islands in January.

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Planning a getaway to Cayman Islands this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Cayman Islands in January

January in Cayman Islands 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 Georgetown. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Georgetown.

For a closer look at conditions across Cayman Islands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in The Moorings with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Georgetown with 40 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Georgetown sees around 243 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Cayman Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cayman Islands - and find the best time to visit. (based on Georgetown)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April28°C (82°F) May29°C (84°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cayman Islands in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cayman Islands.

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 Cayman Islands

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Cayman Islands?

Temperature range in Cayman Islands (January)

Precipitation variation in Cayman Islands (January)

Georgetown

In January Georgetown 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 excellent 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)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
243 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Georgetown →

North Side

In January North Side 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 excellent 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)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
243 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in North Side →

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In our records: Cayman Islands January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Cayman Islands in our climate database (1989 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Cayman Islands was 22°C (72°F) in Georgetown on January 11, 2010.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cayman Islands in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Georgetown 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
The Moorings 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
North Side 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Cayman Islands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cayman Islands in January?

Expect excellent weather across Cayman Islands in January. The popular destination of Georgetown averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cayman Islands in January?

In Georgetown, the average daytime high in January is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Cayman Islands get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cayman Islands during January, with Georgetown averaging close to 40 mm (1.6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Cayman Islands?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Cayman Islands with overall excellent weather in Georgetown. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and December offering mostly excellent weather in Georgetown. On the other hand, the weather in October tends to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Cayman Islands.

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