Weather for Antigua in January is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +77°F during the day, and approximately 3 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 22 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in January around 30 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Antigua;
Average weather
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+77°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
30 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antigua has good weather in January.
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Average temperature in Antigua in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antigua for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +81°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +79°F.
Is Antigua warm or cold in January?
Antigua is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +79°F to +77°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Antigua, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Antigua in January
Water in Antigua in January is Warm. It varies from +79°F to +81°F, with an average of +80°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +77°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Antigua are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.
Can you swim in Antigua in January?
You can absolutely swim in Antigua in January, the water is warm (+80°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Antigua in January
Antigua weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+77°F
+77°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+68°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+84°F
+84°F
Rainfall
52 mm
30 mm
23 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+81°F
+80°F
+79°F
Humidity
75%
74%
73%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
2
3
3
Cloudy days
5
6
6
Rainy days
23
22
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
January often has better weather than December.It’s getting colder in January. From +79°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +77°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 52 mm to 30 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 2 to 3.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Antigua in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Antigua is gradually increasing during January, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Antigua based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 103 mm, with a 84% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Antigua wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 123 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 66% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Antigua?
This is the weather in Antigua in January 2023:
1 January
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+81°F
2 January
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+81°F
3 January
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+80°F
4 January
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+82°F
5 January
☁️
+82°F
6 January
🌧️
+82°F
7 January
🌧️
+82°F
8 January
🌧️
+82°F
9 January
☁️
+81°F
10 January
🌫️
+82°F
11 January
☁️
+83°F
12 January
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+83°F
13 January
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+81°F
14 January
🌧️
+80°F
15 January
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+82°F
16 January
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+81°F
17 January
🌧️
+80°F
18 January
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+82°F
19 January
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+81°F
20 January
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+81°F
21 January
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+78°F
22 January
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+80°F
23 January
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+80°F
24 January
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+80°F
25 January
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+81°F
26 January
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+81°F
27 January
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+80°F
28 January
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+80°F
29 January
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+80°F
30 January
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+80°F
31 January
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+80°F
In January 2023 Antigua had 10 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 87% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Antigua climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Antigua in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+78°F) and the highest in 2019 (+84°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 425 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1243 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antigua in January:
Is January a good time to visit Antigua?
January is a really good time to go to Antigua. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Antigua.
Can you sunbathe in Antigua in January?
January is warm in Antigua. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Antigua in January?
Yes, you can swim in Antigua in January, the water temperature averaging at +80°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Antigua rainy in January?
Antigua is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Antigua in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Antigua in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antigua, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
