Playa del Carmen Weather in January
Mexico · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high26°C (80°F)
Avg low24°C (74°F)
Rainfall81 mm (3.2 in)
RatingGood 7.6/10
Playa del Carmen in January sees daytime temperatures around 26°C (80°F), dropping to about 24°C (74°F) at night. The month is moderately rainy, with about 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain spread over 13 days. Humidity averages 77%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 10.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
January is a good time to visit Playa del Carmen (7.6/10), though February to April are even better.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 26°C (80°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 25°C (77°F) |
| Rainfall | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 13 |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Cloud cover | 56% |
| Daylight | 10.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.3 hours/day |
| Wind | 12.3 km/h |
| vs December | About as warm as December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Playa del Carmen in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Playa del Carmen weather in other months
Jan26°C / 24°C81 mmGoodFeb27°C / 24°C47 mmExcellentMar27°C / 24°C44 mmExcellentApr29°C / 25°C44 mmExcellentMay29°C / 27°C88 mmGoodJun29°C / 27°C191 mmPoorJul30°C / 28°C102 mmPoorAug30°C / 28°C134 mmPoorSep30°C / 28°C158 mmPoorOct29°C / 27°C227 mmPoorNov28°C / 25°C143 mmFairDec27°C / 24°C78 mmGood
← DecemberBest time to visit Playa del CarmenFebruary →
Better weather in January nearby
- Mexico City22°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- Orlando, Florida22°C · 58 mm · Excellent
- Oaxaca26°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- Nassau24°C · 37 mm · Excellent
- Cabo San Lucas25°C · 7 mm · Excellent
- Key West, Florida23°C · 38 mm · Excellent
Nearby in January
- Tulum28°C · 66 mm
- Cancun27°C · 83 mm
- Merida30°C · 40 mm
- Belmopan28°C · 119 mm
- Havana27°C · 34 mm
- George Town26°C · 26 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.