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Altea Weather in January

January in Altea averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Around 44 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Altea in January

You can expect rain on roughly 13 days based on historical data, averaging 44 mm (1.7 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Altea in January

January in Altea brings typical temperatures with highs around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). January is a notable month of the winter season. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. Expect the coolest temperatures of the year during January.

Sunshine in Altea in January

The area enjoys a balanced 177 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Average water temperature in January

With water at 14°C (57°F), it's on the cooler side. Keen swimmers won't be put off, but those who prefer warm water may find it less enjoyable.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Altea. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Altea Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C (57°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 44 mm (1.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Benidorm, Spain (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Altea in January

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Altea in January

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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