Caniçal weather in January (Madeira Islands, Portugal)
What should you pack for a trip to Caniçal in January? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
In January, Caniçal usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 18°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 15°C.
Precipitation
Caniçal in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 161 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions.
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Caniçal, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
15°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Water Temperature
18°C *
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
55 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
71% *
Windspeed
2 m/s *
Sunshine
161 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
50% *
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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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 Caniçal's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Caniçal, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 18°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.
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