Santander weather in January (Cantabria, Spain)

What kind of weather does January bring to Santander? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Santander tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C. January is typically the month with the mildest temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Santander in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 91 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santander. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Santander, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Water Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 71%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 91 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Spain in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 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 12°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

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santander.

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