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San Carlos Weather in January
San Carlos in January sees very high daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F). Low rainfall is typical, with around 26 mm (1 in) for the month.
Rainfall in San Carlos in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain, averaging 26 mm (1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in San Carlos in January
San Carlos in January has excellent weather. Days reach 31°C (88°F) and nights cool to 24°C (75°F). It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. With lows around 24°C (75°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.
Sunshine in San Carlos in January
Enjoy a sunny month with about 226 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make San Carlos even more beautiful.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
San Carlos Temperature in January
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
26 mm (1 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Sunshine
226 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Panama City, Panama (71 KM, 44 Miles).
San Carlos Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Carlos typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for San Carlos in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Carlos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Carlos historical weather extremes in January
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in San Carlos.
- San Carlos recorded its highest January temperature of 34°C (93°F) on January 18, 2024.
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 27°C (81°F), recorded on January 8, 2011.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 14°C (57°F) (January 14, 2020).
Best Places in Panama in January
Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Panama 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).
What to Wear in San Carlos in January
Warm but pleasant conditions in San Carlos in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in San Carlos in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
San Carlos 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for San Carlos
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Popular in January
Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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