January weather - Winter 2025 - Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average sea temperature in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

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Weather in January

January marks the start of a new year in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. The weather remains notably mild, with cooler temperatures than those experienced in the latter part of the preceding year. Humidity levels are consistent, and there is ample daylight, allowing for pleasant outdoor activities. Winds picking up speed from 19.2km/h (11.9mph) to a gusty 26.5km/h (16.5mph) keeps the climate breezy. Looking ahead, February follows with slightly lower temperatures, maintaining a similar overall weather profile.

Temperature

Transitioning into January, Santa Cruz de Tenerife records an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F), almost identical to December's 19.8°C (67.6°F). Nighttime temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife reflects an average dip to a still enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F) in January, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The least humid month in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 18:43 WET.

Sunshine

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average sunshine in January is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife in January?

The high-temperature in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, during January is 18.4°C (65.1°F) and the low-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F).

What is the least humid month in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, January is the least humid month in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The average relative humidity in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average seawater temperature in January is 20.3°C (68.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the average day length in January is 10h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 18:43 WET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in January in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

19.8°C 67.6°F

18.4°C 65.1°F

17.8°C 64°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

20.2km/h 12.6mph

19.7km/h 12.2mph

21km/h 13mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

8.6

7.8

8.7

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.3

16.8

12.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

24%

25%

Average visibility

10km 6.2mi

Average temperature in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average high temperature in January: 18.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and October (23°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 17.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average pressure in January: 1022.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1016.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average wind speed in January: 19.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (22.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average humidity in January: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average rainfall in January: 11mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (25mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June and July (5mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average sea temperature in January: 20.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (23.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (19.3°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average UV index in January: 5

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

Average cloud cover in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in January
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

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).

January weather forecast
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

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