☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 28°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 28°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Palau in January has an average air temperature of 28°C with sea temperatures around 28°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 250mm of rainfall, which means very heavy rainfall — this is the wet season.
At 28°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 6 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.
Palau 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 Palau stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palau | 28°C | 28°C | 250mm | 6h |
| Aruba | 28°C | 27°C | 35mm | 9h |
| Bali | 28°C | 28°C | 308mm | 5h |
| Boracay | 28°C | 27°C | 50mm | 7h |
| Costa Rica | 28°C | 27°C | 10mm | 9h |
| Galapagos | 28°C | 24°C | 40mm | 7h |
See how Palau's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Palau in January has average temperatures of 28°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 28°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 28°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 Palau with warm weather and 6 hours of daily sunshine.
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