Trinidad & Tobago

Trinidad & Tobago Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Trinidad & Tobago in January.

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Planning a journey to Trinidad & Tobago 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 Trinidad & Tobago in January

January in Trinidad & Tobago generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 28°C (82°F) in Grande Riviere to 30°C (86°F) in Chaguanas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Chaguanas and 24°C (75°F) in Grande Riviere.

For a closer look at conditions across Trinidad & Tobago, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Fernando with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Toco with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Port-of-Spain sees around 239 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Trinidad & Tobago by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Trinidad & Tobago — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port-of-Spain)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Trinidad & Tobago in January

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

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 Trinidad & Tobago

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Trinidad & Tobago?

Temperature range in Trinidad & Tobago (January)

Precipitation variation in Trinidad & Tobago (January)

Port-of-Spain

In January Port-of-Spain generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port-of-Spain →

Scarborough

In January Scarborough 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 rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Scarborough →

Bon Accord Village

In January Bon Accord Village 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 rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bon Accord Village →

Buccoo

In January Buccoo 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 rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Buccoo →

San Juan

In January San Juan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Juan →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port-of-Spain 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Scarborough 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
San Juan 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Piarco 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Grande Riviere 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Chaguanas 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Trinidad & Tobago weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Trinidad & Tobago in January?

January in Trinidad & Tobago brings perfect weather. In Port-of-Spain, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Trinidad & Tobago in January?

Average temperatures in Trinidad & Tobago during January range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Port-of-Spain.

Does Trinidad & Tobago get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Port-of-Spain averages just 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Trinidad & Tobago.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Trinidad & Tobago?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Trinidad & Tobago. Typically, the climate in Port-of-Spain is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and December offering mostly perfect weather in Port-of-Spain. On the other hand, the weather in August, September and October tend to be unpleasant.

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