Ponta Delgada weather in January (Madeira Islands, Portugal)

How is the weather in Ponta Delgada in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Ponta Delgada generally has temperatures and rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around -, while nights can cool down to about -. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Ponta Delgada in January usually receives rainfall, averaging around - for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around of rain.

The city usually sees around 0 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ponta Delgada climate page with graphs.

 

Ponta Delgada, monthly averages in January

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Where to go in Portugal in January

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ponta Delgada in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 0°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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