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January is one of the excellent months to visit English Harbour Town, with daytime temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in English Harbour Town - and find the best time to visit.
47-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in English Harbour Town typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
47-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for English Harbour Town spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in English Harbour Town between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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