Guimarães weather in January (Norte Region, Portugal)
How does the weather in Guimarães usually fare in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.
Temperatures
January in Guimarães generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. January marks the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 5°C. This month is marked by the mildest temperatures of the year.
Precipitation
Guimarães in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 205 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 122 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Guimarães. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Guimarães climate page with graphs.
Guimarães, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
13°C
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
205 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
81% *
Sunshine
122 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
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
pleasant
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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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