The month in detail
What to expect in January
January is peak dry season in Mérida. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (9% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
January is the best month of the year in Mérida. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Daylight
10.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is January the right month?
January is actually the best month of the year in Mérida. Good timing.
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Plan your trip
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 · Mexico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.72°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthApril · 97°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 33%
🏝️ 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.
Location
Where is Mérida ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
MexicoTropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
20.97°N · 89.62°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mérida?
January is the best month with 82°F highs, 66°F lows, 6.7h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Mérida get in January?
Mérida averages 6.7 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mérida?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mérida in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Mérida good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mérida scores 6.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Mérida?
April is the most difficult month to visit Mérida, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Mérida in January?
The average UV index reaches 6 in January in Mérida (moderate), with about 10.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.