Michoacan Weather in January

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

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Morelia Pátzcuaro Los Azufres Uruapan del Progreso

Planning a trip to Michoacan, Mexico this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Michoacan in January

Michoacan, Mexico is a region in Mexico. The weather in Michoacan in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Tlalpujahua de Rayón at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Lázaro Cárdenas at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Lázaro Cárdenas and 5°C (41°F) in Tlalpujahua de Rayón. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Morelia.

For a closer look at conditions across Michoacan, Mexico, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Morelia with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Uruapan del Progreso with 37 mm (1.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Morelia sees close to 236 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Michoacan in January

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

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 Michoacan

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

Temperature range in Michoacan (January)

Precipitation variation in Michoacan (January)

Morelia

In January Morelia 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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
236 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Morelia →

Pátzcuaro

In January Pátzcuaro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
236 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pátzcuaro →

Los Azufres

In January Los Azufres generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
236 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Los Azufres →

Uruapan del Progreso

In January Uruapan del Progreso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Uruapan del Progreso →

Zirahuén

In January Zirahuén generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
236 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Zirahuén →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Michoacan, in Mexico.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morelia 24°C (75°F) 8°C (46°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Pátzcuaro 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Los Azufres 22°C (72°F) 6°C (43°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Uruapan del Progreso 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Zirahuén 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Lázaro Cárdenas 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)

Michoacan weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Michoacan, Mexico typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Morelia average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Morelia averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

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

Not particularly. Morelia averages just 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Michoacan, Mexico.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Michoacan, Mexico?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Michoacan, Mexico with overall perfect weather in Morelia.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Morelia. In contrast, May tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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