January weather forecast
Matosinhos, Portugal

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Weather in January

January weather in Matosinhos, Portugal, is characterized by high relative humidity of 80%, making it the start of the wettest season of the year. The temperature range falls from 8.3°C (46.9°F) to 12.8°C (55°F), which is quite mild, allowing outdoor activities to be still enjoyed. Being the first month of the year, January sets the tone for the coming year's weather patterns. The gusty winds up to 22.3km/h (13.9mph) provide a good opportunity for wind-powered sports. The overall weather conditions oscillate between cool and moist.

Temperature

January is the month when Matosinhos, Portugal, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 12.8°C (55°F) and a low of 8.3°C (46.9°F).

Humidity

January is the most humid month in Matosinhos, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Matosinhos, in January, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 95mm (3.74") of accumulated precipitation. In Matosinhos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 682mm (26.85") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Matosinhos, the average seawater temperature in January is 14.3°C (57.7°F).
Note: In 14.3°C (57.7°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of January in Matosinhos, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:49 WET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Matosinhos, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in January translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Matosinhos?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 12.8°C (55°F) and an average low of 8.3°C (46.9°F).

What is the usual temperature for Matosinhos in January?

During January, Matosinhos experiences an average high-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) and a low-temperature of 8.3°C (46.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Matosinhos?

January is the most humid month in Matosinhos, Portugal, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in January in Matosinhos?

The average relative humidity in January in Matosinhos is 80%.

How much does it rain in Matosinhos in January?

In Matosinhos, Portugal, in January, during 16.1 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in January in Matosinhos?

In Matosinhos, Portugal, in January, the average water temperature is 14.3°C (57.7°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

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

In Matosinhos, Portugal, the average day length in January is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Matosinhos?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 17:49 WET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Matosinhos?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Matosinhos?

In Matosinhos, the average sunshine duration in January is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Matosinhos?

The months with the lowest UV index in Matosinhos are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Matosinhos?

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

Average temperature in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average temperature in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in January: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average pressure in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in January: 1021.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average wind speed in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and November (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average humidity in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in January: 95mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (10mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall days in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sea temperature in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in January: 14.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (13.8°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sunshine days in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average UV index in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average cloud cover in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in January
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average visibility in January - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, July, August and November (9km).

Matosinhos, Portugal

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