Normal weather for Portugal in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Portugal with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 11°C.
In January, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Portugal in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
16°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 9 days | |
The climate of Portugal is based on weather data from Algarve. Other spots, like Lisbon, Albufeira or Madeira, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Portugal for a full picture of the climate.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Portugal with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 17°C, with nights close to 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Portugal will be around 17°C, with nights close to 11°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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Is January a good time to visit Portugal?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Portugal. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Portugal in January
With 21°C, Portugal hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Portugal, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Portugal
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Daily Precipitation in January in Portugal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Portugal, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Portugal.
Daily UV Index in January in Portugal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Portugal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Portugal Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Portugal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Portugal Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Portugal, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Portugal
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Portugal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Portugal
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In January, Portugal is fairly mild with plenty of sunny days, but it can also be unpredictable and rainy. Not the warmest destination, but certainly more pleasant than many other European locations.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Portugal by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Portugal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
