The majority of cruises departing from Florida visit the Bahamas and Caribbean in January, which is an attractive month to take a cruise due to lower prices. Most people are back to work or school after the holidays, so fewer people are cruising in January. Despite having the fewest daylight hours of the year, January in the Bahamas and Caribbean is still pleasant and warm, with sweltering days and slightly milder evenings.
What to expect from the weather on the January cruise?
Temperatures in January range from around 77 degrees Fahrenheit in the Bahamas to 84 degrees Fahrenheit in the southern Caribbean. In January, Caribbean Sea temperatures average around 77 degrees Fahrenheit. The dry season begins with the new year, so rain is unlikely to fall throughout your cruise vacation from Florida. The western and southern Caribbean are the best places to visit on a cruise from Florida in January.