Monthly climate guide
Viñales weather in January
Expect hot weather in Viñales in January: afternoons reach about 27°C (81°F), while nights drop to around 19°C (67°F). Around 58 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 2°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- It's humid — around 76% — so the heat feels heavier.
- Viñales is usually about 2°C cooler than Santa Clara, 390 km away, in January.
January is typically Viñales's coolest month.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
19°C
67°F
Rainfall
58 mm
some rain
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
47%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Viñales weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 67°F | 58 mm | 76% | 47% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 20°C / 68°F | 24 mm | 75% | 36% |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 20°C / 69°F | 29 mm | 70% | 34% |
| April | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 73°F | 42 mm | 68% | 34% |
| May | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 82 mm | 70% | 46% |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 77°F | 143 mm | 75% | 63% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 78°F | 92 mm | 72% | 53% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 79°F | 110 mm | 74% | 56% |
| September | 32°C / 90°F | 26°C / 78°F | 118 mm | 77% | 56% |
| October | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 76°F | 105 mm | 79% | 50% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 53 mm | 78% | 38% |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 69°F | 25 mm | 79% | 42% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Viñales?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Viñales →Other Cuba cities in January
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Viñales in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Viñales?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Viñales, with highs around 27°C and about 58 mm of rain.
How warm is Viñales in January?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 19°C (67°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Viñales in January?
Viñales typically gets around 58 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Viñales (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.