Faro Weather in January

Faro in January averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. This is part of the winter season. Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Faro in January

Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 57 mm (2.2 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Faro in January

January in Faro brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 11°C (52°F). January is known for being in the winter season. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions. While this month has some of the cooler temperatures of the year, it's far from cold and remains pleasant.

Sunshine in Faro in January

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 180 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Faro in January

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during January. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 15°C (59°F) — chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Faro. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Faro's climate page.

Faro Temperature in January

Min Temperature 11°C (52°F)  

Max Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Water Temperature 15°C (59°F)  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 77%  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots)  

Sunshine 180 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 59%  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Faro typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).

Average temperatures in January

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Historical weather for Faro in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Faro spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Historical weather Temperatures Precipitation

‹ 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 ›

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Faro historical weather extremes in January

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Faro from 2000 through 2025.

• The warmest day in January was on January 28, 2003, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
• Faro experienced its chilliest January day on January 27, 2005, reaching only 9°C (48°F).
• The coldest night in January in Faro was on January 9, 2009, with a minimum of 1°C (34°F).

What to Wear in Faro in January

Pack for changing conditions in Faro in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 15°C (59°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Faro 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

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Faro's climate page.

More climate data for Faro

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp

See the full Faro climate overview or explore weather in Portugal.