January weather forecast
Turks and Caicos Islands

January in the Turks and Caicos Islands ushers in the New Year with some of the mildest weather conditions. The capital city, Cockburn Town, and other notable areas such as Providenciales and Grand Turk, enjoy a comfortable climate during this month.

The average temperature during January ranges from 22°C (71.6°F) during the nights to a peak of 27°C (80.6°F) during the day, providing a perfect blend of warmth without being overly hot. Compared to the temperatures in December, there is typically an increase of approximately 1°C (33.8°F), signalling the start of a gradual warming trend that extends into the subsequent months.

As January falls within the dry season, rainfall is minimal compared to the wetter months. Average precipitation in January is approximately 35mm (1.38"), a small reduction compared to the 40mm (1.57") seen in December. This makes January one of the driest months of the year in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Despite being part of the dry season, January has occasionally witnessed tropical storm activity. However, such instances are rare and generally do not impact the overall excellent weather conditions expected in this month.

In terms of wind speed, January tends to be slightly breezier than December, with average wind speeds of about 15km/h (9.3mph) compared to December's 13km/h (8.1mph). These winds provide a pleasant cooling effect, further enhancing the overall comfort of the January weather.

In summary, January in the Turks and Caicos Islands is a month of pleasant temperatures, low rainfall, and moderate winds. This results in a generally dry and comfortable climate that is ideal for outdoor activities and exploration.

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• Cockburn Town - January »
  January and November, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:33 EST.
• Providenciales - January »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Providenciales are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). The months of January, February and December are noted for their lowest temperatures in Providenciales, with an average high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F).
• Kew - January »
  The climate in Kew at the start of the year in January is defined by slightly cooler daytime temperatures, juxtaposed with mild night-time temperatures. On the last day of January, in Kew, Turks and Caicos Islands, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:36 EST.
• Bambarra - January »
  On the first day of January in Bambarra, Turks and Caicos Islands, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:15. The months with the highest UV index in Bambarra are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Sandy Point - January »
  In Sandy Point in January, during 13.5 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With an average of 8.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Sandy Point, Turks and Caicos Islands.
• Whitby - January »
  On the first day of January in Whitby sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:15. The month with the least sunshine in Whitby is January, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.
• Balfour Town - January »
  Kicking off the year in Balfour Town January carries with it a subtle chill, prompting locals to brush off their light sweaters. In January, the average sea temperature in Balfour Town is 26°C (78.8°F).
• Conch Bar - January »
  January faces a minor dip in temperature in Conch Bar, Turks and Caicos Islands as the town transitions from the month of December. In Conch Bar in January, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.
• Lorimers - January »
  On the first day of January in Lorimers sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:15. January has the least sunshine of the year in Lorimers, Turks and Caicos Islands, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.
• Cockburn Harbour - January »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Cockburn Harbour, Turks and Caicos Islands, are January through April, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). January, February, April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cockburn Harbour, Turks and Caicos Islands.
• Yankee Town - January »
  On the first day of January in Yankee Town sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:18. Starting the year, January in Yankee Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, poses consistent climatic conditions.