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Riviera Maya Weather in January

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Riviera Maya, Mexico in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Riviera Maya in January

Riviera Maya, Mexico is a region in Mexico. January in Riviera Maya 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 22°C (72°F) in Playa del Carmen. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Playa del Carmen.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tulum with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Cancún with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Playa del Carmen sees close to 222 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Riviera Maya by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Riviera Maya — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cancún)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Riviera Maya in January

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

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 Riviera Maya

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

Temperature range in Riviera Maya (January)

Precipitation variation in Riviera Maya (January)

Playa del Carmen

In January Playa del Carmen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa del Carmen →

Cancún

In January Cancún generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
216 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cancún →

Tulum

In January Tulum generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tulum →

Akumal

In January Akumal generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Akumal →

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

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cancún 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Tulum 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Playa del Carmen 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Akumal 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Riviera Maya weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Riviera Maya, Mexico in January?

Expect perfect weather across Riviera Maya, Mexico in January. The popular destination of Playa del Carmen averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Riviera Maya, Mexico in January?

Daytime temperatures in Playa del Carmen peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in January, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Riviera Maya, Mexico get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Playa del Carmen averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Riviera Maya, Mexico?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Riviera Maya, Mexico with overall perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Playa del Carmen. On the other hand, the weather in June, September and October tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Riviera Maya.

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