January weather forecast
Curaçao

January in Curaçao signifies the tail end of the rainy season. With average temperatures ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), the island experiences a warm start to the new year. Willemstad, the capital city of Curaçao, mirrors these climatic conditions, providing a consistent weather experience across the island.

January sees the island gradually transitioning from its rainier winter months to the drier conditions of spring. The average precipitation in January is approximately 43mm (1.69"), a marked reduction compared to the higher levels in December, signaling a shift towards the drier part of the year.

In comparison to the upcoming months, January in Curaçao is slightly cooler and wetter. As the island moves into February and March, the average temperatures stay relatively stable, but the amount of rainfall significantly decreases. Despite this, the weather remains comfortable for outdoor activities and beach visits, with sea temperatures averaging a warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Extreme weather events or significant snowfall are virtually nonexistent in Curaçao, consistent with its tropical location and semi-arid climate. Consequently, January does not hold any records for extreme temperatures or precipitation on the island. Its consistent, warm climate and the diminishing rains make it an appealing destination for those seeking a respite from the harsh winter conditions in other parts of the world.

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• Willemstad - January »
  A coastal city in Curaçao, Willemstad experiences high temperatures ranging from 29.7°C (85.5°F) to 31.9°C (89.4°F) in the afternoons and lows of 24.3°C (75.7°F) in the early mornings of January. In Willemstad January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).
• Newport - January »
  In Newport in January, during 18.7 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of January in Newport sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:21.
• Barber - January »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Barber, Curaçao. The months with the lowest UV index in Barber are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Fontein - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Fontein are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the highest UV index in Fontein are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Julianadorp - January »
  The months with the highest UV index in Julianadorp are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Julianadorp in January, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.
• Curaçao - January »
  In January, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F). In Curaçao in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Punda - January »
  The average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F). January is the month when Punda sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).
• Brievengat - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Brievengat are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Brievengat, Curaçao.
• Bullenbaai - January »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bullenbaai. On the first day of January in Bullenbaai sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:22.
• Santa Rosa - January »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Rosa. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Rosa.
• Nieuw Nederland - January »
  In Nieuw Nederland in January, during 18.7 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of January in Nieuw Nederland sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:22.
• Marchena - January »
  In the thriving city of Marchena January ushers in the new year with ample sunshine and moderate temperatures. With the onset of January, Marchena's average high-temperature clocks in at a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month.