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With daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F), January in Long Bay brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Long Bay.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Long Bay - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Long Bay typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Long Bay spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 28 years of weather records for Long Bay, the following extremes were recorded between 1997 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Barbados and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Barbados in January →
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 temperatures in January make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
See the full Long Bay climate overview or explore weather in Barbados.
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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