Playa del Carmen in January
In January, Playa del Carmen averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with around 8 days of rain (75 mm total).
High seasonConditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.
January is a great month to visit Playa del Carmen: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How January compares to the rest of the year in Playa del Carmen
January is one of the coolest months in Playa del Carmen (10th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (30°C). January runs roughly the same as December (28°C) and stays flat into February.
January sunrise & sunset in Playa del Carmen
Times shown for Playa del Carmen local time (America/Cancun), calculated for the 15th of January. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Playa del Carmen — January
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of January, in Playa del Carmen's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Playa del Carmen in January
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on January's tier (High season) and Playa del Carmen's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — January in Playa del Carmen
This is a busy month in Playa del Carmen — not the absolute peak, but tourist numbers are clearly elevated. You'll feel it at headline attractions on weekends and in the historic centre, though side streets and lesser-known sights stay manageable. Prices are above off-season but not at their summit. A good week for first-time visitors who want everything open without the worst of the crush.
Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather beach-season conditions
Sun & mosquito risk — January in Playa del Carmen
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
Sea temperature in Playa del Carmen — January
Across the year Playa del Carmen's sea swings from 27°C (February) to 30.5°C (September) — January sits at 27.3°C.
Playa del Carmen in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 75 mm | 8 | 0 |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 55 mm | 5 | 0 |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 50 mm | 5 | 0 |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 50 mm | 5 | 0 |
| May | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 140 mm | 9 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 180 mm | 12 | 0 |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 140 mm | 11 | 0 |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 165 mm | 11 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 205 mm | 14 | 0 |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 180 mm | 13 | 0 |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 72°F | 90 mm | 9 | 0 |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 75 mm | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Playa del Carmen in January?
In January, Playa del Carmen averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Playa del Carmen in January?
January sees occasional rain in Playa del Carmen, with about 8 rainy days on average.
Is January a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
January is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Playa del Carmen in January?
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full January packing list for Playa del Carmen for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.