Jalisco Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jalisco, Mexico in January.

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Puerto Vallarta Guadalajara Barra de Navidad Careyes

Considering a trip to Jalisco, Mexico this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Jalisco in January

Jalisco, Mexico is a region in Mexico. January in Jalisco generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Lagos de Moreno to 29°C (84°F) in Barra de Navidad. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Barra de Navidad and 8°C (46°F) in Lagos de Moreno. During this period, Puerto Vallarta experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

To explore the conditions in Jalisco, Mexico in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mayto with an average of 6 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Mascota with 39 mm (1.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jalisco 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 Jalisco

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Jalisco, Mexico?

Temperature range in Jalisco (January)

Precipitation variation in Jalisco (January)

Puerto Vallarta

In January Puerto Vallarta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Vallarta →

Guadalajara

In January Guadalajara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
205 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
8 mm (0.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Guadalajara →

Barra de Navidad

In January Barra de Navidad generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Barra de Navidad →

Careyes

In January Careyes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low 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
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Careyes →

San Juan de los Lagos

In January San Juan de los Lagos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
233 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Juan de los Lagos →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Vallarta 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Guadalajara 26°C (79°F) 10°C (50°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Barra de Navidad 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Careyes 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in)
San Juan de los Lagos 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Tapalpa 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Jalisco weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jalisco, Mexico in January?

January in Jalisco, Mexico brings perfect weather. In Puerto Vallarta, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Jalisco, Mexico in January?

Puerto Vallarta averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Jalisco, Mexico get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Jalisco, Mexico. Puerto Vallarta averages only about 33 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Jalisco, Mexico?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Jalisco, Mexico. Typically, the climate in Puerto Vallarta is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Vallarta. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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