What is the weather like in Guadalajara in January?

Expect temperatures between 11°C and 25°C with 2% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Guadalajara in January?

Guadalajara in January scores 68/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Guadalajara in January?

January in Guadalajara is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists.

Guadalajara Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

25°C

Hottest around day 27

Avg Low

11°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

2% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Guadalajara

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Currency

MXN

$ Mexican peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.612

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

50/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Dec

Low

Oct

Monthly Traffic Distribution

165

Jan

163

Feb

169

Mar

175

Apr

177

May

170

Jun

173

Jul

169

Aug

157

Sep

145

Oct

165

Nov

202

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Mexico City Licenciado Benito Juarez (MEX)

Tijuana General Abelardo L. Rodríguez (TIJ)

Monterrey General Mariano Escobedo (MTY)

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Cancún (CUN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Mexico.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Mexico.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Mexico. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Mexico.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Mexico take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua stateRare in the states of Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and TabascoNo malaria transmission along the U.S.–Mexico borderDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua state: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Guadalajara?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(68/100)

Short Answer

January is excellent for visiting Guadalajara: comfortable 25°C temperatures, only 2% rain risk, and 9.7h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Ideal temperature range

24.6°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Excellent dry conditions

Only 2% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Comfortable humidity levels

47% humidity - pleasant conditions

Plenty of sunshine

9.7h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 24.6°C temperatures and low 2% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 24.6°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 24.6°C, 2% rain chance
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Photographers
9.7h sunshine, 62% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Guadalajara in January averages 25°C with 2% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Guadalajara in January

What are the temperatures in Guadalajara in January?

Daytime highs average 25°C, nights drop to 11°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Guadalajara in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Guadalajara in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Guadalajara?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Guadalajara Weather in January

Guadalajara January Weather Calendar