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Where Is It Warm in January? Here’s All You Need to Know

Last updated on July 2nd, 2025 at 08:22 pm

Are you looking for somewhere that’s nice and warm to holiday in January – comfortable and nice without being burning hot?

Here are my top picks for destinations to consider.

I’ve chosen places where the temperature is within the 20-25 degree range across most of the country, rather than choosing one small area or region.

I’ve also chosen places where the hours of sunshine are relatively high and the amount of rainfall is little or low.

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DestinationAverage TemperatureSunshineFlight Time
Cape Verde256 hours5.5 hours
Oman249 hours6.5 hours
Qatar238 hours7 hours
Saudi Arabia208 hours7 hours
United Arab Emirates248 hours7 hours
Ethiopia219 hours7.45 hours
Miami238.5 hours9.45 hours
The Bahamas257 hours9.5 hours
Chile3014 hours14.5 hours
Destinations with Temperatures and Flight Times from UK

Where is it Warm in January?

Which Country Is Warm in January?

If you like it warm, but not too hot, then Chile, Oman, United Arab Emirates and Cape Verde are potentially great options for January with temperatures from 25 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius

where is it warm in january image showing cape verde

Where is it Warm in January?

Cape Verde

Cape Verde are 10 volcanic islands set off the West Coast of Africa.

They have consistent year round temperatures of around 26-30 degrees.

The islands are an interesting mix of Portueguse and Creole influences.

The islands sit in the Atlantic Ocean directly west from Dakar in Senegal. Their slightly more exposed located means they can get more of the winds than the Canary Islands for example.

This can make travelling by ferry quite difficult – one of the ferries is called the ‘vomit express’ because of how choppy the journey is.

Travelling between the islands is not as structured and easy as in the Canaries. Ferry times are not necessarily fixed. While there are flight options these are a bit more limited.

Here they are in order of size from largest to smallest;

Santiago

This is the largest island and home to Praia, the capital of Cape Verde.

It’s also the hub for the transport links and has a population of 230,000 people.

There are lots of lovely sandy beaches to enjoy on Santiago.

Check out accommodation on Cape Verde below;

Sao Vicente

With a population of 67,000 Sao Vicente is described as the ‘cultural hub’ of Cape Verde.

Along with the culture there are also beautiful forests and sandy beaches to enjoy as well.

Check out accommodation on Sao Vicente on the map below;

Santo Antao

This island is home to 47,000 people. It’s rugged, hilly and dramatic terrain make it popular with hillwalkers.

Fogo

This island is dominated by Pico do Fogo standing at 2829m. The landscape is volcanic too. It’s home to 37,000 people.

Sal

This is the most popular island with tourists. It’s name comes from the salt that was harvested here.

Santa Maria is the main resort. Sal has wonderful sandy beaches and a population of 15,000 people.

Maio

This island is home to 6,500 people and much less visited than the other islands, giving it an undiscovered feel.

Santa Luzia

This is the smallest island in Cape Verde and is uninhabited, but you can visit it to enjoy the stunning scenery.

You can fly direct to Cape Verde from following UK airports;

  • Nottingham
  • Newcastle
  • Glasgow
  • Birmingham
  • London
  • Manchester
  • Bristol

where is it 20-25 degrees in january post image - chile lake district showing mountains in the background

Where is it Warm in January?

Chile

Whilst the Northern part of Chile is in the high 20s and low 30s the Southern part is generally in the low to mid 20 degree range in January.

That said there have been some reports of more changeable weather in the month more recently.

The scenery in the Lake District has been likened to Switzerland, with mountains, snow-capped peaks and of course lakes as well.

Puerto Montt is the capital of the Lake District in Chile and as a result a popular spot with visitors. It has a population of 250,000 people.

It’s also the gateway to the Chiloe Archipelago and Chiloe Island too, making it ideal if you want to explore the islands.

It’s the main transport hub for the area so there are plenty of transport connections, and El Epual Airport is in the city too.

Pucon is another popular spot. It’s a little further North so temperatures will be in the higher part of the range during January.

Pucon is popular with adventure activity seekers with lots of options for adrenaline-boosting things to do in the area.

There is also plenty of nature and wildlife nearby including several national parks.

Also close by are spas and natural springs.

Pucon has a population of 23,000 so it’s small and easy to explore.

There are direct flights to Chile from London.

Check out where to stay in Santiago in Chile

where is is 20-25 degrees in January image showing Ethiopia grand canyon view

Where Is It Warm in January?

Ethiopia

Temperatures throughout Ethiopia make January one of the best months to visit.

Not only that there are two large festivals – Christmas on the 7th of January and Timkat on the 19th of January, which celebrates the baptism of Christ.

This means that prices in some areas will be higher as a result of these festivals.

Addis Ababa is the main destination for visitors to Ethiopia.

The capital city of Ethiopia, it has a population of just under 3 million people, although taking into account the surrounding areas this rises to 5.3 million people.

As the capital city of Ethiopia, there are plenty of transport connections including the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.

There are direct flights to Ethiopia from London.

Check out places to stay in Addis Ababa

where is it 20-25 degrees in january picture of oman showing palace with bushes and plants in the foreground

Where Is It Warm in January?

Oman

Oman temperatures in January are at the higher end of the 20-25 degrees Celsius range.

It’s high season in Oman in January. The more comfortable temperatures are ideal for exploring this stunning country.

There is so much to see, from the Arabian equivalent to the Grand Canyon to a sea of sand and a desert that is the size of France.

Oman is a popular Christmas destination so later in January is a little better if you want fewer people and better value hotel prices.

Muscat is the capital city of Oman and popular with visitors. It is located within easy reach of the beaches and mountains giving you the best of both worlds. It also has plenty of attractions including great food markets to enjoy too.

There are direct flights to Oman from London.

Check out where to stay in Muscat

where is it 20-25 degrees in january image showing qtar with promenade and sea and palm trees in the foreground and skyscrapers in the background

Where Is It Warm in January?

Qatar

January is high season in Qatar and for good reason. Beautiful warm temperatures, without the stifling heat of the summer months, make this the perfect month for visitors to enjoy Qatar.

There are beautiful beaches to enjoy, deserts to explore and even a falcon hunting festival that runs throughout the month of January across Qatar.

Be mindful that February is rainy season in Qatar, so if possible time your trip to the earlier/middle part of the month.

There are direct flights to Qatar from;

  • London
  • Edinburgh
  • Manchester
  • Birmingham

Check out where to stay in Qatar

saudi arabia square with minarets and mosque in the background and people walking through the square

Where Is It Warm in January?

Saudi Arabia

January is a popular month to visit Saudi Arabia, particularly if you are interested in exploring the historical sites and tombs as well as the deserts.

There is such a mix of things to do in Saudia Arabia that there really is something for everyone.

The capital, Riyadh, has a population of just over 7 million people. As you might expect it’s got high rise buildings, huge shopping centres as well as major transport connections and an international airport.

Jeddah is great if you want to explore the Red Sea and enjoy some diving or snorkelling too.

Al-Ula is a gateway to the best archaeological sites and natural wonders.

You can fly direct to Saudia Arabia from;

  • London
  • Birmingham
  • Manchester

Check out where to stay in Riyadh

united arab emirates showing skyscrapers in the bakground and marina in the foreground

Where Is It Warm in January?

United Arab Emirates

Dubai is one of the main destinations in the United Arab Emirates and just like Oman it’s popular for Christmas, so mid January is better if you want less people and better value hotel prices.

There can be some short heavy downpours of rain but these pass quickly. There can however be quite a lot of fog during January which burns off during the morning.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy in Dubai in January – everything from helicopter tours, skydiving, boat trips, jet skis and much more.

There’s even a shopping festival!

There are direct flights to the United Arab Emirates from;

  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
  • Newcastle
  • Manchester
  • Birmingham
  • London

Check out where to stay in Dubai

miami

Where Is It Warm in January?

Miami and the Florida Keys

Miami and the Florida Keys are a popular destination from travellers all over the world and also from the North of the US.

Many US travellers migrate down to this area for the winter months so they can enjoy the warmer weather – they are affectionately known as ‘snowbirds’.

Miami is a well developed tourist destination and as a result there are plenty of things to keep you busy and entertained.

Miami beach is famed for it’s white sand and crystal clear water so it’s a real hotspot for visitors, but there is more to Maimi than beaches.

There are art districts, a Cuban district, national parks and marinas to enjoy as well.

The everglades are nearby and of course there is the stunning Florida Keys to enjoy.

The Florida Keys have food and wine festivals on during January and it’s also a great time to go snorkelling on the reefs.

There are direct flights to Miami from London.

Check out where to stay in Miami.

bahamas

Where is It Warm in January?

The Bahamas

January is high season in The Bahamas, and for good reason!

There is a large mardi gras festival in the The Bahamas – the Junkanoo Winter Festival.

The beaches are a key attraction for many visitors to the Bahamas, so these are likely to be busy. The water is warm enough for swimming, snorkelling and diving.

If you want to avoid the crowds then it might be worth planning to stay on one of the more remote and less visited islands.

Another option for visiting is to take a cruise from Miami – it’s also a 1 hour flight from Miami to the Bahamas. Why not combine to the two and have a longer January stay?

Nassau is one of the most popular places to stay in the Bahamas but why not consider some of the smaller remote islands such as Acklin or the Exuma Islands.

There are 700 islands in the Bahamas so there are plenty to explore!

There are direct flights from London to the Bahamas.

Check out where to stay in the Bahamas.

Check out where to stay in Nassau

Where is It 20-25 Degrees in January – Conclusion

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