January weather forecast
Málaga, Spain

The tall city buildings of Málaga in Spain, with a vast seascape and a clear skyline
The tall city buildings of Málaga in Spain, with a vast seascape and a clear skyline

January

Weather in January

Relative humidity hovers around 72%, the beginning of the year in Málaga, Spain offers cooler temperatures with a high of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and a low of 10.1°C (50.2°F). Typical Mediterranean January weather prevails, yet the city enjoys considerable sunshine with reduced cloud cover. The sea, nonetheless, remains slightly chilly for outdoor water activities. Winds remain moderate with occasional gusts, creating the perfect conditions for wind-dependent sports such as kitesurfing.

Temperature

Málaga notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and a low of 10.1°C (50.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Málaga are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Málaga, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Málaga, Spain, there are 77.4 rainfall days, and 236mm (9.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Málaga, Spain, the average seawater temperature in January is 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 16°C (60.8°F), swimming is not a joy for most people. The challenge of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Málaga is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of January, in Málaga, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 18:41 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Málaga?
In Málaga, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 14.7°C (58.5°F) and a low of 10.1°C (50.2°F).
What is the average January temperature in Málaga?
The high-temperature, in January, in Málaga, records 14.7°C (58.5°F), while the low-temperature is 10.1°C (50.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Málaga?
The months with the highest humidity in Málaga, Spain, are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 72%.
What is the average humidity in January in Málaga?
In Málaga, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.
How many days does it rain in January in Málaga?
In Málaga, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.
How cold is the water in January in Málaga?
In January, the average sea temperature in Málaga, Spain, is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
What is the average length of the day in January in Málaga?
The average day length in January is 9h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Málaga?
On the first day of January in Málaga, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 18:41 CET.
How long on average sun shines in January in Málaga?
The average sunshine duration in January in Málaga is 8.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Málaga?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in January in Málaga?
In Málaga, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Málaga, Spain
Average temperature in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average high temperature in January: 14.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.8°C).

Average pressure in January - Málaga, Spain
Average pressure in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average pressure in January: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Málaga, Spain
Average wind speed in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in January - Málaga, Spain
Average humidity in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in January - Málaga, Spain
Average rainfall in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average rainfall in January: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Málaga, Spain
Average rainfall days in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Málaga, Spain
Average sea temperature in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.6°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Málaga, Spain
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January - Málaga, Spain
Average sunshine days in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in January - Málaga, Spain
Average UV index in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January - Málaga, Spain
Average cloud cover in January
Málaga, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January - Málaga, Spain
Average visibility in January
Málaga, 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).

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