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Alter do Chão Weather in January

During January, Alter do Chão experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and cooler nights around 6°C (43°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 70 mm (2.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Alter do Chão in January

Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 70 mm (2.8 in) on average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Alter do Chão in January

Alter do Chão in January gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. Experience the winter season in January. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions. With moderate temperatures, January stands out as the chilliest month of the year.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, September and October typically offer the best weather for Alter do Chão.

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Alter do Chão Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Best Places in Portugal 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 Alter do Chão 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.

What To Do in Alter do Chão in January

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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