☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 27°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 27°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Barbados in January has an average air temperature of 27°C with sea temperatures around 27°C. You can expect 9 hours of sunshine per day and 60mm of rainfall, which means light rainfall — occasional brief showers.
At 27°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 9 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Barbados is one of the top warm destinations for January holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Barbados stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbados | 27°C | 27°C | 60mm | 9h |
| Antigua | 27°C | 26°C | 55mm | 8h |
| Jamaica | 27°C | 27°C | 35mm | 7h |
| St. Lucia | 27°C | 27°C | 100mm | 7h |
| Tulum | 27°C | 27°C | 50mm | 7h |
| Turks & Caicos | 27°C | 26°C | 35mm | 7h |
See how Barbados's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Barbados in January has average temperatures of 27°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 27°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 27°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
January is an excellent time to visit Barbados with warm weather and 9 hours of daily sunshine.
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