Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Tulum in January
This is the coldest month in Tulum: highs average 81°F (27°C) and lows 70°F (21°C), with about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain.
January opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 85/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (50 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What January feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 70°F (21°C).
With 76% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (50 mm) for the month.
Plan around January
January is one of Tulum's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January – April.
- Comfort improves from 80/100 in December to 85/100.
- January sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tulum in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hartwood
Wood-fired restaurant in the beach zone with a daily menu.
Why now January scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Paraíso
White-sand beach just south of the ruins.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cobá
Maya city in the jungle with a big pyramid and bike paths.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Community Tours Sian Ka'an
Mayan community-run tours floating through ancient canals at Muyil.
Cenote Dos Ojos
Connected cenotes famous for snorkeling and cave diving.
Nearby in January
- Playa del Carmen in January~38 mi · highs 79°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bacalar in January~122 mi · highs 80°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tulum in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Tulum?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. January is inside the Dec – Apr window our Tulum & Riviera Maya route recommends.
How hot is Tulum in January?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulum in January?
Not much: about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1293 mm).
What should I pack for Tulum in January?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in January
- Tulum & Riviera Maya Dec – Apr
Planning Tulum in January?
Share this January plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.