Are you considering a trip to San Juan in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +28°C and about 2 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 21 rainy days and 38 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in San Juan;
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+19°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
38 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Juan has good weather in January.
Average temperature in San Juan in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Juan for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +28°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +29°C during the day and a minimum of +21°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +27°C.
Is San Juan warm or cold in January?
San Juan is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +23°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in San Juan, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in San Juan in January
Water in San Juan in January is Warm. It varies from +25°C to +27°C, with an average of +26°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +28°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in San Juan are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +26°C.
Can you swim in San Juan in January?
You can absolutely swim in San Juan in January, the water is warm (+26°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in San Juan in January
San Juan weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+28°C
+28°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+20°C
+19°C
+19°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+31°C
+32°C
Rainfall
48 mm
38 mm
38 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C
+26°C
+26°C
Humidity
78%
77%
75%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
2
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
21
21
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +28°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 48 mm to 38 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 77%.Winds are stronger in comparison to December, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in San Juan in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in San Juan is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in San Juan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 65%, leading to total precipitation of around 169 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
San Juan wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 68% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in San Juan?
This is the weather in San Juan in January 2023:
1 January
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+28°C
2 January
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+28°C
3 January
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+28°C
4 January
🌧️
+25°C
5 January
🌧️
+28°C
6 January
☁️
+28°C
7 January
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+27°C
8 January
🌧️
+28°C
9 January
☁️
+27°C
10 January
☁️
+28°C
11 January
☀️
+28°C
12 January
☁️
+28°C
13 January
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+28°C
14 January
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+29°C
15 January
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+28°C
16 January
🌧️
+25°C
17 January
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+27°C
18 January
☁️
+28°C
19 January
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+28°C
20 January
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+28°C
21 January
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+28°C
22 January
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+28°C
23 January
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+28°C
24 January
☁️
+28°C
25 January
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+28°C
26 January
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+28°C
27 January
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+27°C
28 January
☁️
+27°C
29 January
🌧️
+28°C
30 January
☁️
+27°C
31 January
☁️
+27°C
In January 2023 San Juan had 3 sunny days, 22 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how San Juan climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in San Juan in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2008 (+29°C) and the highest in 2013 (+31°C). The driest year was 1994 with only 675 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2338 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Juan in January:
Is January a good time to visit San Juan?
January is a really good time to go to San Juan. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit San Juan.
Can you sunbathe in San Juan in January?
January is warm in San Juan. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in San Juan in January?
Yes, you can swim in San Juan in January, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is San Juan rainy in January?
San Juan is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in San Juan in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in San Juan in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Juan, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.