January weather forecast
Funchal, Portugal

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Weather in January

Coming out of December, January weather conditions in Funchal, Portugal persist in a similar fashion. Mild temperatures, high relative humidity, and noticeable winds dominate the weather scenario. It's confirmed by the presence of temperatures between 16.3°C (61.3°F) and 17.6°C (63.7°F) and winds that can reach 21.1km/h (13.1mph) with gusts up to 29.5km/h (18.3mph). Residents and visitors can expect a fair number of rainy days and less sunlight compared to the latter months. The regular transition from one year to the next does not bring significant alterations to the climatic settings.

Temperature

January brings a marginal elevation to a still enjoyable 17.6°C (63.7°F) from December's 18.7°C (65.7°F) in Funchal's average high-temperatures. Throughout January, Funchal records a steady low-temperature average of 16.3°C (61.3°F), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Funchal, Portugal, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Funchal, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.4 rainfall days, and 232mm (9.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Funchal is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Funchal, Portugal, is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of January, in Funchal, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 18:38 WET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Funchal in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Funchal, records 17.6°C (63.7°F), while the low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Funchal?

In January, the average relative humidity in Funchal, Portugal, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Funchal in January?

In Funchal, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Funchal?

In Funchal, Portugal, the average seawater temperature in January is 18.8°C (65.8°F). Swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Funchal?

In Funchal, the average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Funchal?

On the first day of January in Funchal, Portugal, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 18:38 WET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Funchal?

The months with the least sunshine in Funchal, Portugal, are January and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Funchal?

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Funchal?

The months with the lowest UV index in Funchal are January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Funchal?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Funchal, Portugal, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average temperature in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in January: 17.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (16.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (15.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average pressure in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average pressure in January: 1024.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1017mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average wind speed in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in January: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (23km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (17.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average humidity in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average rainfall in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in January: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average rainfall days in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average sea temperature in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in January: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average sunshine days in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average UV index in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average cloud cover in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Funchal, Portugal

Average visibility in January - Funchal, Portugal
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Funchal, Portugal

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