January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

Rocks, trees, sandy beach, and clear waters surrounding the God of Winds Temple in Tulum, Mexico

Weather in January

In Tulum, Mexico, the new year often starts off with both high humidity and a noticeable drop in temperature from December, particularly in the evenings. Even though it's the middle of winter, tourists find the weather pleasantly warm during the day. A notable characteristic of this month is the reduced hours of daylight, only 11.1 hours, with sunshine filling up 7.9 of these hours. Winds might be slightly higher in January, reaching 11.8km/h (7.3mph), compared to the following month. Extra layers may be required in the evenings due to the significant temperature range.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F) respectively, January is Tulum's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Tulum is 78%.

Rainfall

In Tulum, in January, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tulum, there are 210.8 rainfall days, and 810mm (31.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as excellent and extremely agreeable for enduring enjoyment in water activities.

Daylight

In Tulum, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of January, in Tulum, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Tulum.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in January leads to these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Tulum?

In Tulum, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

What are the temperatures in Tulum in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tulum, Mexico, are 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Tulum?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Tulum in January?

In Tulum, during January, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Tulum?

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

How warm is the water in January in Tulum?

In Tulum, Mexico, the average seawater temperature in January is 26°C (78.8°F). 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.

How many hours of daylight does Tulum have in January?

The average day length in January in Tulum is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Tulum?

On the first day of January in Tulum, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tulum?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tulum have in January?

In Tulum, Mexico, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tulum?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Tulum.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Tulum?

In Tulum, Mexico, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

27.6°C 81.7°F

26.7°C 80.1°F

27.7°C 81.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.3km/h 7.6mph

12.6km/h 7.8mph

12.9km/h 8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.5

17.4

12.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.3

10.1

12.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average high temperature in January: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.7°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average pressure in January: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average wind speed in January: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average rainfall in January: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (139mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average rainfall days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Tulum, 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
Tulum, Mexico

Average daylight in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average sunshine days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average UV index in January: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Tulum, Mexico

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (9km).

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January weather forecast
Tulum, Mexico

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