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Bonaire in January: go or not?

Excellent time. Bonaire in January scores 8.0/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 12.14°N · 68.26°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Bonaire · January
8.0
25–28°
Temperature
48%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Stephan van de Schootbrugge via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in January

Even in winter, Bonaire enjoys 28.0°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 48.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.2/10) remains theoretically better.

January ranks 2 out of 12 months in Bonaire. Compared to December: −2°F daytime, 13 pts fewer rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Bonaire is March (8.2/10), 0.2 pt higher than January.

See March →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Bonaire is the smallest and calmest of the ABC islands: 110 sq miles, 20,000 inhabitants, declared "Marine Park" in 1979 (one of the first in the world). Outside the cyclonic zone.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Caribbean Netherlands

🗣️LanguageDutch
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.12°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 72%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in January

If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

Similar climate
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Nearby
CaracasVenezuela237 kmSt. George'sGrenada708 kmPunta CanaDominican Republic716 kmDominican RepublicDominican Republic725 km
Other top picks
Gold CoastAustralia8.0Gran CanariaSpain7.9JohannesburgSouth Africa7.9Canary IslandsSpain8.1DurbanSouth Africa8.1
← DecemberFebruary →
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Location

Where is Bonaire ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Caribbean Netherlands
Tropical climate with a 8.2 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
12.14°N · 68.26°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Bonaire?
March is the best month with 82°F highs, 77°F lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 39.0% rainy days. The months of March & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bonaire get in March?
Bonaire averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bonaire?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bonaire in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Bonaire good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bonaire scores 6.5/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.7/10.
When should you avoid Bonaire?
November is the most difficult month to visit Bonaire, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Bonaire in January?
In January, the sea averages 82°F in Bonaire: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Bonaire in January?
The average UV index reaches 8 in January in Bonaire (high), with about 11.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.