Travel by month
Where to go in January
62 countries usually have ideal weather in January: mild, sunny and mostly dry. Here they are by region, plus our top pick.
Our pick for January
Medellín, Colombia
The “City of Eternal Spring”: about 72°F with dry-season sunshine.
Ideal weather in January, by region
Middle East (6)
Africa (21)
North & Central America (19)
Oceania (4)
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Medellín, Colombia
The “City of Eternal Spring”: about 72°F with dry-season sunshine.
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Questions about traveling in January
Where is the best weather in January?
62 countries usually have ideal weather in January, including Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize and more. Our top pick is Medellín, Colombia: The “City of Eternal Spring”: about 72°F with dry-season sunshine.
Where is warm and affordable in January?
Budget-friendly places with ideal weather in January include Bangladesh, Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Colombia and more.
Where should I avoid in January?
Bali and Fiji (wet season) and Northern Australia (monsoon and cyclones).
Where can I go in January that is good but less crowded?
12 more countries have good, not perfect, weather in January. Expect a few more showers or a bit more heat, but often lower prices and fewer crowds.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Weather varies year to year. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.