Where to go in January
Where to go in January
The best destinations to visit in January, ranked by weather, crowds, prices and events — with the data behind every pick.
January rewards travellers who match the destination to the season. Below, every place is scored on real climate normals, typical crowd levels and price trends for January — so you can trade heat for value, or crowds for perfect weather, with your eyes open.
Best destinations for January
Best value in January
Maybe skip these in January
Browse January by region
Oceania
North America
Middle East
South America
Frequently asked questions
Where is the weather best in January?
Maldives, Cape Town, Sydney, Cancún.
Where is cheapest to travel in January?
Cairo, Serengeti, Marrakech, Reykjavík.
Which places should you avoid in January?
Santorini, Amalfi Coast, Dubrovnik.