January weather forecast
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

A clear skyline and blue water on the white Caribbean Sea beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
A clear skyline and blue water on the white Caribbean Sea beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm winter month in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.1°C (79°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Humidity

In Playa del Carmen, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Playa del Carmen, in January, during 16 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Playa del Carmen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.4 days and collects up to 1021mm (40.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Playa del Carmen.
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Playa del Carmen?

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

What is the temperature in January in Playa del Carmen?

In Playa del Carmen, Mexico, in January, the average high-temperature is 26.1°C (79°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Playa del Carmen?

In January, the average relative humidity in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Playa del Carmen in January?

In Playa del Carmen, Mexico, in January, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Playa del Carmen?

The months with the coldest seawater in Playa del Carmen are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

What is the sea water temperature in January in Playa del Carmen?

In January, the average sea temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

How many hours of daylight does Playa del Carmen have in January?

In Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the average day length in January is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Playa del Carmen?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Playa del Carmen?

The month with the least sunshine in Playa del Carmen is January, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Playa del Carmen have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Playa del Carmen is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Playa del Carmen?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Playa del Carmen?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Playa del Carmen is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average temperature in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average pressure in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average wind speed in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (16.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average humidity in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average rainfall in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average rainfall in January: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (169mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average rainfall days in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average sea temperature in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average sea temperature in January: 26°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average daylight in January: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 22min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 55min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average sunshine days in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average UV index in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average cloud cover in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Average visibility in January - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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