Oaxaca de Juárez

Oaxaca Weather in January

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

Considering a trip to Oaxaca, 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 Oaxaca in January

Oaxaca, Mexico is a region in Mexico. In January, Oaxaca experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in San Felipe Usila at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Zipolite at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Zipolite and 14°C (57°F) in San Felipe Usila. During this period, Oaxaca de Juárez experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Salina Cruz with an average of 3.9 mm (0.2 in) to high rainfall in San Felipe Usila with 139 mm (5.5 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Oaxaca de Juárez usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Oaxaca de Juárez enjoys approximately 283 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Oaxaca by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oaxaca — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oaxaca de Juárez)

Best Places to Visit in Oaxaca in January

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Oaxaca

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

Temperature range in Oaxaca (January)

Precipitation variation in Oaxaca (January)

Oaxaca de Juárez

In January Oaxaca de Juárez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
283 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions

Puerto Escondido

In January Puerto Escondido generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
245 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Santa Cruz Huatulco

In January Santa Cruz Huatulco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
248 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Zipolite

In January Zipolite generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
245 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Tangolunda

In January Tangolunda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
248 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oaxaca de Juárez 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Puerto Escondido 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Santa Cruz Huatulco 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Zipolite 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Tangolunda 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Puerto Ángel 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Oaxaca weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Oaxaca, Mexico brings perfect weather. In Oaxaca de Juárez, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

In Oaxaca de Juárez, the average daytime high in January is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Oaxaca, Mexico during January, with Oaxaca de Juárez averaging close to 5 mm (0.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Oaxaca, Mexico?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Oaxaca, Mexico. Typically, the climate in Oaxaca de Juárez is perfect. 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, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Oaxaca de Juárez. On the other hand, the months of June and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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