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Porto weather in January (Norte Region, Portugal)

What kind of weather does January bring to Porto? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In January, Porto usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 14°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 8°C. Experience the year's most moderate temperatures in January.

Precipitation

Porto in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 122 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Porto. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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Porto, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 142 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48%  

Where to go in Portugal in January

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel 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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Porto's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 14°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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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