Weather in Varadero in January

How January compares

January is the 12th warmest month of the year in Varadero and ranks 36th of 134 destinations we compare for January - see where else is hot in January. Against London's average high of 7.4°C in January, Varadero is 17.6°C warmer by day and 18.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in January

The typical January day in Varadero peaks at 25.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.8°C or more. About 56% of days top 25°C and 1 in 167 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.7°C; one night in ten drops to 17.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest January day here reached 31.0°C (2020-01-04) and the coldest night 12.3°C (1996-01-10).

Rain in January

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 31 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest January was 2016 with 129 mm, the driest 2007 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in January

The sea averages 25.3°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 24.7°C to 26.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:08 and sets about 18:00 local time in mid-January. Average cloud cover is 45%.

Is January a good time to visit Varadero?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain. The best months for Varadero on our scoring are February, March, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm enough for light clothes, but pack a layer

Expect warmth rather than fierce heat. Around 56% of days reach 25°C, while just 1% reach 30°C, so January suits travellers who find hotter weather tiring. London averages 7.4°C by day this month, making the change substantial even when Varadero falls short of its usual afternoon high. Light clothes make sense during the day, with a jumper or light jacket for evenings: the coldest nights can fall to around 18°C or lower. Humidity averages 74%, so loose, breathable fabrics are sensible. Keep sun protection handy and use the warmer part of the day for swimming if you feel the cold.

Room for outdoor plans, with some flexibility

Rain is a possibility rather than a reason to rule January out. There are about 6 rainy days, so leave room to rearrange outdoor plans instead of assuming every day will stay dry. Sunshine averages about 5.9 hours within 10.7 hours of daylight, which points to a mix of sunny and cloudier periods rather than clear skies throughout. Plan outdoor time during daylight and keep something to do indoors in reserve. January makes sense if your priority is warmth and swimming, but February, March and April are stronger choices overall if your travel timing is flexible. There is no need to chase extreme heat to enjoy the sea here.