Best places to travelin January
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January, out in the open.

Coastal paths, open spaces and mountain scenery. Find a base for spending more of your trip outdoors.

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Budget is an editorial estimate for accommodation and food, excluding flights. It is not a price quote.

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January destinations

13 places to compare · Typical weather, not a forecast

A mild coastal winter break with outdoor days

Daytime high
22°
Wet days
2 / month
Budget
Moderate
Thailand

Krabi

Beach time and island excursions

Daytime high
33°
Wet days
8 / month
Budget
Lower cost

Beach stays and southern island outings

Daytime high
28°
Wet days
10 / month
Budget
Lower cost
Norway

Tromsø

Arctic twilight, winter activities and aurora attempts

Daytime high
-2°
Wet days
15 / month
Budget
Higher cost
South Africa

Cape Town

Summer beaches, hiking and wine-country days

Daytime high
27°
Wet days
2 / month
Budget
Moderate
Portugal

Madeira

Coastal walks and a mild winter escape

Daytime high
20°
Wet days
6 / month
Budget
Moderate

Caribbean beach time and town or ruins excursions

Daytime high
27°
Wet days
12 / month
Budget
Moderate
Japan

Kyoto

Temple visits, winter food and New Year traditions

Daytime high
9°
Wet days
9 / month
Budget
Moderate
Finland

Rovaniemi

Snow activities, Arctic winter and aurora attempts

Daytime high
-8°
Wet days
10 / month
Budget
Higher cost
Australia

Sydney

Harbour days, beaches and summer city breaks

Daytime high
28°
Wet days
12 / month
Budget
Higher cost
Barbados

Barbados

Winter beach time and resort stays

Daytime high
26°
Wet days
13 / month
Budget
Higher cost

Weather: Station normals or historical averages; periods and wet-day definitions vary by place. Conditions vary locally. Sources & definitions

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