Trinidad Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago in January.

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Port-of-Spain San Juan Piarco Grande Riviere

Considering a trip to Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago 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 Trinidad in January

Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago is a region in Trinidad & Tobago. January in Trinidad generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 28°C (82°F) in Grande Riviere to 30°C (86°F) in Chaguanas. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Chaguanas and 24°C (75°F) in Grande Riviere.

For specific regional insights in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Fernando with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Toco with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Port-of-Spain enjoys approximately 239 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Trinidad by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Trinidad — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port-of-Spain)

January28°C (82°F) February28°C (82°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Trinidad in January

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

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 Trinidad

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago?

Temperature range in Trinidad (January)

Precipitation variation in Trinidad (January)

Port-of-Spain

In January Port-of-Spain generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Port-of-Spain →

San Juan

In January San Juan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Juan →

Piarco

In January Piarco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Piarco →

Grande Riviere

In January Grande Riviere generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Grande Riviere →

Arima

In January Arima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
239 hours
232 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arima →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port-of-Spain 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
San Juan 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Piarco 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Grande Riviere 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Chaguanas 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Arima 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Trinidad weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago in January?

January in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago brings perfect weather. In Port-of-Spain, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago in January?

Daytime temperatures in Port-of-Spain peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in January, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago. Port-of-Spain averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Trinidad, Trinidad & Tobago. Typically, the climate in Port-of-Spain is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and December offering mostly perfect weather in Port-of-Spain. In contrast, August, September and October tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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