Is January a Good Time to Visit Barbados?

January brings the driest, sunniest weather of the year. Warm days, cool evenings and a full calendar of events.

Average Temperatures

January in Barbados sits between 22°C at night and 29°C in the afternoon, with the north-east trade winds keeping the air fresh. Humidity is at its lowest point of the year and the sun is out for around nine hours a day. It is the heart of the dry season, offering some of the island's most comfortable weather conditions.

Sunshine and rainfall

Rainfall averages 50 to 70mm across the whole month, arriving as brief showers that pass within the hour and leave the island green. Mornings are clear, sea conditions on the west coast are calm, and evenings are cool enough for a jacket on the terrace. January is the month Barbados does best.

Temperature

22°C – 29°C

72°F – 84°F

Average

Humidity

77%

Average

Sun

9 hours

Average Per Day

Rain

50–70mm

2–3 inches

Per Month

What's On In January?

January opens the Barbados calendar with the Caribbean’s first regatta of the season, a national holiday and the return of Saturday racing at the Garrison Savannah. The island is lively without being busy, and the west coast is at its calmest.

Whether you’re seeking lively entertainment, cultural enrichment, or relaxed afternoons soaking it all in, there’s something happening this month to suit every mood and every type of traveler.

A birdseye view of a sailing boat as different people dive off of it into the clear blue sea.

New Year’s Day, 1st

Errol Barrow Day, 21st

Barbados Sailing Week, 21 to 24 January

Rum to Spice Race, 26th

Apes Hill
Community Experiences

Exclusive

Member Events

Discover exclusive events such as the Enchanted Jungle Party on January 9, where refined ambience meets soulful live entertainment under the stars.

Fun For The

Whole Family

January at the resort begins with family afternoons at the Clubhouse, from the Kids’ Olympics on the lawns to an evening of s’mores and a classic film under the stars. The Guest Experience Team arranges everything for villa guests.

Culinary

Delights

The Halfway House serves breakfast and lunch beside the Clubhouse, the natural stop between the front nine and the back. The Clubhouse opens for lunch and dinner, with a January programme of barbecue evenings and cocktail nights on the terrace.

Sports &

Entertainment

The Clubhouse screens the Australian Open and the opening events of the PGA Tour season throughout January. Padel and tennis courts are open daily, and the Performance Centre runs lessons for every level.

Wellbeing

Activations

Morning yoga, breathwork sessions and sound activations run at the Clubhouse through January, timed for the cooler start to the day. Sessions suit every level of fitness, with in-villa massages available on request.

Best Activities in January

Discover the diverse experiences Barbados offers beyond Apes Hill, from thrilling island adventures to cultural explorations, ensuring every moment of your stay is filled with discovery and delight.

Elevated Rounds in the New Year

January is peak season on the Championship Course. Fairways are firm after the dry weeks, greens are running at their truest and the trade winds add interest on the ridge holes. Early tee times make the most of the clear mornings, with the island green at the 19th hole as the finish. Warm up at the Performance Centre, open daily, or take the family round Little Apes, the par-three course designed for every age and ability.

Ready to Experience Barbados in January?

The easiest way to fall in love with the island is simply to come visit. Staying in one of our luxury villa rentals at Apes Hill allows guests to explore and experience all Barbados has to offer while enjoying our world-class golf offering and the peace and quiet of your own private villa.

Frequently Asked January Questions

Yes. January is one of the two or three best months of the year, with daytime temperatures of 27 to 29°C, around nine hours of sunshine a day and the lowest humidity Barbados sees. It sits in the dry season and well outside the hurricane period.

Expect 22°C at night rising to 29°C in the afternoon, with steady trade winds and clear mornings. Rainfall is 50 to 70mm for the month, falling as short showers that clear quickly.

Yes. The sea stays at around 27°C through January, and the west coast is calm, which makes it the best time of year for swimming and paddleboarding from the Beach Club in Speightstown.

Barbados Sailing Week brings the Caribbean regatta season to Carlisle Bay from 21 January, Saturday racing returns to the Garrison Savannah, and Errol Barrow Day on 21 January is a national holiday with events across the island. Oistins fish fry runs every Friday.

January is high season, so the island is lively, restaurants are full and the best tee times go early. Apes Hill sits inland on the ridge above the west coast, with its own course, courts and Beach Club, so the resort stays calm whatever the island is doing.

Barbados is among the warmest, at 27 to 29°C by day. As the easternmost island it also catches the trade winds, which keep the afternoons comfortable rather than humid.

Light clothing for the day, a layer for the evenings, which drop to 22°C, and golf attire for the course. Reef-safe sunscreen is essential; the January sun is strong even with the breeze.