Ponta Delgada Weather in January

January in Ponta Delgada brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 18°C (64°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 76 mm (3 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Ponta Delgada in January

On average, there are about 18 days with rain during this month, averaging 76 mm (3 in). Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Ponta Delgada in January

If you're visiting Ponta Delgada in January, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to around 18°C (64°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Ponta Delgada in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 0 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Ponta Delgada in January

Average wind conditions reach () in January. This results in mostly calm, still weather and is ideal for most activities. While this is an average, conditions can vary slightly from completely calm to occasionally breezy days.

Average water temperature in January

At 0°C (32°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

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