Basse-Terre Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in January.

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Deshaies Basse-Terre Bouillante Sainte-Rose

Planning a trip to Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Basse-Terre in January

Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe is a region in Guadeloupe. January in Basse-Terre generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Deshaies.

To explore the conditions in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Vieux-Habitants with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Petit-Bourg with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Deshaies sees close to 238 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Basse-Terre in January

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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 Basse-Terre

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe?

Temperature range in Basse-Terre (January)

Precipitation variation in Basse-Terre (January)

Deshaies

In January Deshaies generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
238 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Deshaies →

Bouillante

In January Bouillante generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
238 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bouillante →

Sainte-Rose

In January Sainte-Rose generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
238 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sainte-Rose →

Capesterre-Belle-Eau

In January Capesterre-Belle-Eau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
238 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Capesterre-Belle-Eau →

Pointe-Noire

In January Pointe-Noire generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°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
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
238 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pointe-Noire →

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In our records: Guadeloupe January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Guadeloupe in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Guadeloupe was 19°C (66°F) in Plessis-Nogent on January 4, 1978.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Guadeloupe brought 142 mm (5.6 in) in Deshaies on January 4, 2011.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basse-Terre in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Deshaies 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Basse-Terre 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Bouillante 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Sainte-Rose 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Capesterre-Belle-Eau 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Pointe-Noire 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Basse-Terre weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in January?

Expect perfect weather across Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in January. The popular destination of Deshaies averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in January?

In Deshaies, the average daytime high in January is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe during January, with Deshaies averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe with overall perfect weather in Deshaies. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Deshaies. On the other hand, the weather in September tends to be unpleasant.

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