In Santa Cruz Huatulco, January brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Santa Cruz Huatulco.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santa Cruz Huatulco typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
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Based on weather observations in Santa Cruz Huatulco between 1996 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during 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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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