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Gaula Weather in January

January in Gaula typically sees daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Gaula in January

Historically, January sees about 12 days of rain, with a monthly average of 52 mm (2 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Gaula in January

Temperatures in Gaula in January top out at 18°C (64°F) and drop to 15°C (59°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°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.

Sunshine in Gaula in January

The city usually sees around 161 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Wind Speed in Gaula in January

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during January. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in January

At 18°C (64°F), the water is getting there — comfortable enough for most swimmers, though those used to warmer seas may still find it a touch cool.

January in Gaula can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Gaula Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Best Places in Portugal in January

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Gaula in January

For Gaula in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Gaula in January

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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