Monthly climate guide
Port of Spain weather in January
Expect hot weather in Port of Spain in January: afternoons reach about 29°C (83°F), while nights drop to around 23°C (74°F). Around 110 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Even after dark it stays around 23°C, so sleeping can feel warm.
- Port of Spain is usually about 2°C warmer than Scarborough, 100 km away, in January.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- It's humid — around 79% — so the heat feels heavier.
January is typically Port of Spain's coolest month.
Avg high
29°C
83°F
Avg low
23°C
74°F
Rainfall
110 mm
wet
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Port of Spain weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 110 mm | 79% | 48% |
| February | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 74°F | 69 mm | 74% | 50% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 75°F | 68 mm | 72% | 57% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 68 mm | 71% | 65% |
| May | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 78°F | 126 mm | 74% | 70% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 248 mm | 81% | 70% |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 191 mm | 82% | 56% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 193 mm | 81% | 55% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 78°F | 149 mm | 81% | 57% |
| October | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 186 mm | 83% | 63% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 233 mm | 83% | 67% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 209 mm | 82% | 55% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Port of Spain?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Port of Spain →Other Trinidad and Tobago cities in January
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Port of Spain in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Port of Spain?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Port of Spain, with highs around 29°C and about 110 mm of rain.
How warm is Port of Spain in January?
Average highs are about 29°C (83°F) and average lows about 23°C (74°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Port of Spain in January?
Port of Spain typically gets around 110 mm of rain in January — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Port of Spain (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.