Curaçao Weather in January

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

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Willemstad Sabana Westpunt Lagun Willibrordus

Are you planning a trip a to Curaçao in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Curaçao in January

January in Curaçao generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Willemstad.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Curaçao, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Westpunt with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Willemstad with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Willemstad enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Curaçao in January

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

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 Curaçao

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

Temperature range in Curaçao (January)

Precipitation variation in Curaçao (January)

Willemstad

In January Willemstad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
265 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Willemstad →

Lagun

In January Lagun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
266 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lagun →

Sabana Westpunt

In January Sabana Westpunt generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
266 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sabana Westpunt →

Willibrordus

In January Willibrordus generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
266 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Willibrordus →

Jan Thiel

In January Jan Thiel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
265 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jan Thiel →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Willemstad 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sabana Westpunt 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Lagun 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Willibrordus 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Jan Thiel 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Dorp Soto 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Curaçao weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Curaçao in January?

Curaçao typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Willemstad average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Curaçao in January?

In Willemstad, the average daytime high in January is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Curaçao get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Curaçao. Willemstad averages only about 58 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Curaçao?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Curaçao with overall perfect weather in Willemstad. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December provide perfect weather in Willemstad. The weather in October, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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