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Saint Croix Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands in January.

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Planning a getaway to Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Saint Croix in January

Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands is a region in US Virgin Islands. January in Saint Croix 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 25°C (77°F) in Frederiksted.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 41 mm (1.6 in) in Frederiksted.

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Best Places to Visit in Saint Croix in January

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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 Saint Croix

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands?

Temperature range in Saint Croix (January)

Precipitation variation in Saint Croix (January)

Frederiksted

In January Frederiksted generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Frederiksted →

Cruz Bay

In January Cruz Bay 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 rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cruz Bay →

Christiansted

In January Christiansted generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Christiansted →

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In our records: US Virgin Islands January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in US Virgin Islands 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 US Virgin Islands was 23°C (73°F) in Frederiksted on January 18, 2012.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Christiansted 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Frederiksted 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Cruz Bay 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Saint Croix weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands in January?

Expect perfect weather across Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands in January. The popular destination of Frederiksted averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands in January?

Frederiksted averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands. Frederiksted averages only about 41 mm (1.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands with overall perfect weather in Frederiksted. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December provide perfect weather in Frederiksted. On the other hand, the weather in August and September tend to be unpleasant.

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