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Santa Cruz Weather in January

January in Santa Cruz sees daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) at night. As the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in January

With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. Records from the past 30 years suggest around 8 days of rain, with 7 mm (0.3 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in January

January in Santa Cruz sees highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) overnight. If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in January

The month enjoys around 295 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Santa Cruz Temperature in January

Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
34°C (93°F)
Chance of Rain
26%
Precipitation
7 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
295 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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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 Santa Cruz in January

Pack for serious heat in Santa Cruz in January. Prioritize clothing that breathes and doesn't cling or stick. Lightweight cotton, linen, and moisture-wicking fabrics are ideal. A wide hat provides welcome shade. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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