☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 26°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 26°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Cancun in January has an average air temperature of 26°C with sea temperatures around 26°C. You can expect 7 hours of sunshine per day and 60mm of rainfall, which means light rainfall — occasional brief showers.
Sea temperatures of 26°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 7 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.
Cancun 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 Cancun stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cancun | 26°C | 26°C | 60mm | 7h |
| Cape Town | 26°C | 17°C | 10mm | 11h |
| Antigua | 27°C | 26°C | 55mm | 8h |
| Barbados | 27°C | 27°C | 60mm | 9h |
| Belize | 25°C | 27°C | 130mm | 6h |
| Hawaii | 25°C | 24°C | 60mm | 7h |
See how Cancun's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Cancun in January has average temperatures of 26°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 26°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 26°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 Cancun with warm weather and 7 hours of daily sunshine.
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