Faro weather in January (Algarve, Portugal)
Will it be warm or cold in Faro this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In January, Faro tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, the winter season is in full swing. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 16°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 11°C. Typically, this month presents some of the milder temperatures of the year, yet it remains pleasantly warm.
Precipitation
Faro in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 180 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Faro. May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Faro climate page with graphs.
Faro, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
57 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
77%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
180 hours
Percentage Sunshine
59%
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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 15°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.
Interested in more climate information?
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