January Rainfall and Precipitation in Mexico
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Best Places to Visit in Mexico in January
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Mexico precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Mexico receive in January?
Playa del Carmen stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 65 mm (2.6 in).
How many days does it rain in Mexico in January?
On average, Playa del Carmen has about 7 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Mexico?
January is generally a drier month for Mexico, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Mexico?
Based on our records, Tapijulapa receives the most rainfall in Mexico in January, averaging about 214 mm (8.4 in).
What is the driest city in January in Mexico?
Based on our database, Salina Cruz sees the least rainfall in Mexico in January, with around 3.9 mm (0.2 in) on average.
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