The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Singapore sees 84°F during the day with 5.7h of sunshine per day. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
January ranks 3 out of 12 months in Singapore. Compared to December: 9 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Singapore is February (5.4/10), 0.3 pt higher than January.
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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 · Singapore
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencySingapore Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 62%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Singapore ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SingaporeEquatorial tropical climate with a 5.4 → 4.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
1.35°N · 103.82°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Singapore?
February is the best month with 86°F highs, 75°F lows, 6.6h of sunshine and 30.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Singapore get in February?
Singapore averages 6.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Singapore?
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 Singapore in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Singapore good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Singapore scores 4.9/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 5.2/10.
When should you avoid Singapore?
November is the most difficult month to visit Singapore, 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 Singapore in January?
In January, the sea averages 82°F in Singapore: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Singapore in January?
The average UV index reaches 7 in January in Singapore (high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.