Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico in January

January28°C average high

January is cooler than the yearly average, which can make sightseeing feel gentler than in hotter months.

Warmest monthsApril to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

January72mm average rain

January sits on the drier side of Cancun's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsJanuary to April and November to December

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

January6.3 hours average sun

January is one of Cancun's cloudier months, so sunshine-led plans are less reliable.

Brightest monthsMarch to May

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

January27°C average sea

January is one of the cooler sea months locally, though the water still averages warm enough for most swimmers.

Warmest seaJune to October

Sea temperatures are usually near 29°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

January77 weather score

January scores above Cancun's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.

Best weather monthsJanuary to April and November to December

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.