Acapulco vs Playa del Carmen in January

Acapulco and Playa del Carmen are nearly tied in January — 90 vs 89 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Acapulco is sweltering, dry, clean air; Playa del Carmen is hot, a little rain, clean air.

Acapulco vs Playa del CarmenJanuary climate, side by side

AcapulcoPlaya del Carmen
Comfort score90/100 (S)89/100 (A)
Feels-like high37°C30°C
Avg high / low33° / 20°28° / 20°
Rainfall11 mm42 mm
Rainy days211
Humidity74%77%
Air quality (AQI)4134

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Acapulco vs Playa del Carmen in January — FAQ

Is January better in Acapulco or Playa del Carmen?
Acapulco and Playa del Carmen are nearly tied in January — 90 vs 89 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Acapulco is sweltering, dry, clean air; Playa del Carmen is hot, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Acapulco vs Playa del Carmen in January?
In January, Acapulco averages 33°C high / 20°C low with about 11 mm of rain; Playa del Carmen averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 42 mm.