ERA5 climate grid
Monthly averages describe a broad pattern, not the day you will travel.
Daytime highNighttime low°C
Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 20.211, -87.465 · 2015–2024 daily averages.
Riviera Maya · Quintana Roo, Mexico
Riviera Maya in January
Dry-season Caribbean coast days, with showers still possible.
January is in the cooler, generally drier season on Quintana Roo's Caribbean coast. The first week can remain busy; check hotel meal terms and current beach conditions before booking.
- Daytime high
- 27°ERA5 Tulum-grid average high
- Nighttime
- 22°ERA5 Tulum-grid average low
- Wet days
- 12≥1 mm / day
- Relative budget
- Moderate
- January timing
- Cooler dry seasonEarly January can retain holiday rates and minimum-stay rules.
Weather: Open-Meteo archive · ERA5 · ERA5 grid near 20.211, -87.465 · 2015–2024 daily averages. Not a forecast. See the annual view
January in context
The weather & the season
See where January sits, then plan for your exact week.
27°January high
Travel seasons
January in the year
Seasonal travel guidance, not measured visitor counts.
JanDry season
FebDry season
MarDry season
AprDry season
MayRainy season
JunRainy season
JulRainy season
AugRainy season
SepRainy season
OctRainy season
NovTransition
DecDry season begins
Mexico National Meteorological Service · climate normals
The monthly labels describe the broad Caribbean coast wet-to-dry seasonal pattern. They do not measure hotel occupancy, sargassum levels, visitor counts or beach conditions.
Use the regional climate guidance
Quintana Roo's official visitor information describes the Caribbean coast's seasonal conditions; check the forecast for your specific location.
Quintana Roo Tourism · Caribbean MexicoCheck seaweed and beach notices close to arrival
Beach conditions can change quickly. Ask the hotel about current beach access and local notices rather than relying on a general seasonal claim.
Monthly figures & what they measure
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27° | 22° | 12.3 |
| Feb | 27° | 23° | 7.9 |
| Mar | 28° | 24° | 7.4 |
| Apr | 29° | 25° | 5.8 |
| May | 30° | 26° | 12.5 |
| Jun | 30° | 26° | 19.6 |
| Jul | 30° | 27° | 14.8 |
| Aug | 30° | 26° | 18.6 |
| Sep | 30° | 26° | 22.4 |
| Oct | 29° | 25° | 21 |
| Nov | 28° | 24° | 13.8 |
| Dec | 27° | 23° | 14.4 |
Daily maximum and minimum air temperatures are averaged by calendar month across 2015–2024. Wet days count daily precipitation totals of at least 1 mm, then average the monthly count across the ten years. Open-Meteo serves ERA5 on a roughly 0.25° grid; its returned grid point can differ slightly from the requested coordinates. These are model reanalysis averages, not a local station normal or forecast. The monthly labels describe the broad Caribbean coast wet-to-dry seasonal pattern. They do not measure hotel occupancy, sargassum levels, visitor counts or beach conditions.
Towns, neighbourhoods & resort areas
Riviera Maya area guide
Choose an area first, then compare its hotels.
Playa del Carmen is the most connected town base, Tulum combines a town grid with a separate beach zone, and Puerto Morelos is a smaller reef-side village north of Playa.
Riviera Maya at a glanceChoose a numbered place
Representative area centres, not hotel entrances. Coastlines are generalized and do not show streets or routes.
Natural Earth · public-domain coastline
A flexible base for dining, ferry trips and day excursions.
Restaurants, ferry connections and lodging cluster around the central grid.- Beach & water
- Town beaches are walkable from central hotels; surf and beach width vary.
- Day to day
- The town is walkable; use ADO buses, ferries or booked transfers for longer trips.
- January trade-off
- A walkable base for restaurants and ferries, with more town activity and noise than a remote resort.
A stay mixing the archaeological zone, cenotes and beach time.
The inland town and beach hotel zone are separate areas with different costs and access.- Beach & water
- Beach access depends on public entrances, hotel frontage and local conditions.
- Day to day
- Plan a ride between town and the beach zone; distances are too long for many daily walks.
- January trade-off
- A spread-out destination; compare the town, beach road and archaeological zone rather than treating them as one location.
A low-key village base with snorkelling excursions.
A smaller harbour town with a reef and a quieter central square.- Beach & water
- Reef conditions and swimming access follow local marine and flag guidance.
- Day to day
- A rental car or transfer is useful for nearby cenotes and airport trips.
- January trade-off
- A smaller coast-town base between Cancún and Playa del Carmen, with fewer large-scale services nearby.
Stay options for the season
Hotels for a January stay
Compare the pools, setting and seasonal details that matter.
Area view · Puerto MorelosBeachfront in town3 Puerto Morelos · Coastal village
Hotel Hacienda Morelos
A simple Puerto Morelos base with beach and town access.
- Heating not stated
- Travellers who prefer a walkable town base over a large all-inclusive resort.
A compact town hotel has fewer on-site facilities than a large Riviera Maya resort; compare the room and meal plan carefully.
January details & sources
Confirm exact room facilities, beach access and transfer arrangements.
The checked property page does not confirm heated-pool facilities.
Hotel Hacienda Morelos
Beachfront resort suites1 Playa del Carmen · Coastal city
The Royal Haciendas
A resort stay north of Playa del Carmen with on-site services.
- Heating not stated
- Families and longer stays that value kitchen facilities and resort pools.
Outside the town centre; arrange transport for restaurants and ferry trips.
January details & sources
Check room plan, meal inclusions and transport into town for your dates.
The checked sources do not establish pool heating for January.
The Royal Haciendas
All-inclusive beach resort2 Tulum · Town and beach district
Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa
A resort south of Tulum for a stay focused on hotel facilities and beach access.
- Heating not stated
- Families and couples planning a resort-led stay near Tulum.
The property is outside Tulum town; beach and archaeological-site trips need transport.
January details & sources
Confirm beach conditions, room category and any holiday or minimum-stay terms.
Ask about pool temperature and current beach access directly.
Hyatt Inclusive CollectionThe Royal Haciendas and Dreams Tulum are larger full-service resorts; Hacienda Morelos is a smaller central town hotel. Broad budget bands are not live prices. Compare room category, transport, meals and holiday supplements. Facilities checked 2026-10-30. Research from official hotel pages, not personal reviews.
Before you travel
A few checks before Riviera Maya
Entry permission, health advice and disruption cover depend on your passport, route and activities. Check the authorities for your own circumstances before paying.
Passport & visa
Rules depend on nationality
Visa and visitor-permit requirements vary by passport, arrival route and length of stay. Mexico's foreign ministry publishes visa requirements; verify the permitted stay and entry record at arrival.
Vaccinations & health
Check your itinerary and activities
Review routine vaccinations, food and water precautions, mosquito protection and any personal health needs with a clinician. Seek local advice before cenote, reef or cave activities.
Travel advice & insurance
Check the latest advice for your route
Check the current advice for Quintana Roo, including transport and activity guidance. Confirm insurance covers water sports, road transfers, medical care and weather disruption.
Check passport validity, visa rules and transit requirements for your passport.
Entry rules vary by nationality and can change. Confirm whether your transit airports, onward ticket, accommodation and any health declarations affect your journey.
Checked 29 October 2026. Recheck the linked authorities before departure. Health guidance is general; individual advice comes from a qualified health professional.
Before you book
A few January questions
Compare the base and transfer before choosing the resort.
Is January a good time for the Riviera Maya?
January is generally cooler and drier than the summer rainy season. It remains a popular travel period, and daily rain or beach conditions can still vary.
Should I stay in Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Puerto Morelos?
Playa del Carmen is more connected for ferries and restaurants. Tulum covers several separate zones; Puerto Morelos is a smaller town between the larger resort centres.
Are these Mexico hotel pools heated in January?
The checked hotel information does not confirm January pool temperatures. Ask the property about the pool you expect to use and any scheduled maintenance.
Will the seaweed affect beaches in January?
Seaweed conditions vary by location and date. Ask the hotel about current beach access shortly before travel.
Sources & checks
Weather, areas & hotels
- Open-Meteo · ERA5 historical weather API
- Quintana Roo Tourism · Caribbean Mexico
- CDC · travel health information
- Hotel Hacienda Morelos · official hotel
- The Royal Haciendas
- Hyatt Inclusive Collection
- Riviera Maya · Quintana Roo tourism
- ADO · bus service
- Quintana Roo tourism · Tulum
- INAH · Tulum archaeological zone
- Quintana Roo tourism · Puerto Morelos
- CONANP · Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park
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