Sydney vs Cancun

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Sydney edges ahead as the better destination in January. Sydney offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Cancun sees 9 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Sydney sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Cancun is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Sydney is the stronger choice in January. Sydney receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Sydney reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cancun averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 22°C (72°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Sydney is in the Southern Hemisphere while Cancun is in the Northern Hemisphere. This means they experience opposite seasons, which explains any large temperature difference.

Sydney receives approximately 68 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Cancun sees 61 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Sydney the drier option by 2 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Sydney averages 70% while Cancun sits at 78%. Cancun will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.