January weather forecast
Portugal

January is the coldest month in Portugal, marked by lower temperatures and considerable precipitation. The average temperature across the country is around 11.3°C (52.3°F), but temperatures can vary notably between different regions. Coastal cities such as Lisbon and Porto experience milder winters compared to the interior regions. In Lisbon, the temperature typically ranges from 8°C (46.4°F) to 15°C (59°F), while in Porto, it varies from 5°C (41°F) to 14°C (57.2°F). The inland areas, particularly in the mountainous regions of the north, can experience colder temperatures that occasionally drop close to 0°C (32°F).

Precipitation is also prominent in January, with Lisbon experiencing an average of 100mm (3.94") and Porto seeing higher levels of 140mm (5.51"). The higher altitude areas in the north, such as the Serra da Estrela, can even experience snowfall during this time, which is a rare occurrence in the majority of the country.

Compared to the preceding month, December, the temperature in January drops slightly and there is a minor decrease in rainfall. However, when compared to the following month, February, January is generally cooler and receives more precipitation. Overall, January marks the heart of winter in Portugal, characterized by its relatively colder temperatures and higher rainfall, making it a less preferable time for outdoor activities but a unique opportunity to experience Portugal's winter season.

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• Lisbon - January »
  Temperature readings in Lisbon reach their annual highs in January, averaging 14.8°C (58.6°F) and a minimum average of 8.3°C (46.9°F). The months with the least sunshine in Lisbon are January, February, November and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
• Porto - January »
  January is the month when Porto sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and a low of 5.2°C (41.4°F). In Porto, Portugal, in January, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 147mm (5.79") of accumulated precipitation.
• Faro - January »
  January is the coldest month in Faro, Portugal, exhibiting average temperatures of 15.3°C (59.5°F) at the peak and 11.3°C (52.3°F) at the base. January and April, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are most humid months in Faro, Portugal.
• Coimbra - January »
  The months with the least sunshine in Coimbra are January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine. January and December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Coimbra, Portugal.
• Braga - January »
  The month with the most snowfall in Braga is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of snow. January is the most humid month in Braga with an average relative humidity of 86%.
• Aveiro - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the most humid month in Aveiro, Portugal. The month with the least sunshine in Aveiro is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.
• Evora - January »
  In Evora, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 13.4°C (56.1°F) and a low of 5.8°C (42.4°F). Despite marking the peak of the winter season, January in Evora, Portugal is moderate with temperatures rising from 5.8°C (42.4°F) to as high as 13.4°C (56.1°F).
• Viseu - January »
  In Viseu during January, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. Viseu's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 10.7°C (51.3°F) to a low of 3.1°C (37.6°F).
• Funchal - January »
  The months with the least sunshine in Funchal are January and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine. On the first day of January in Funchal sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:12.
• Guarda - January »
  January in Guarda, Portugal offers a variety of weather conditions, with a mix of rain and snow and persistent humidity. The months with the most snowfall in Guarda are January and February, with an average 44mm (1.73") of accumulated snow.
• Beja - January »
  Beja reaches its average lowest temperatures in January, measuring 14.4°C (57.9°F) at the peak and 5.6°C (42.1°F) at the lowest. January in Beja, Portugal, ushers in the commencement of the year with relatively cold weather, however, one may witness a higher percentage of sunlight with daylight lasting 9.9 hours.