Loulé Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Loulé in January? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Loulé in January

Historically, January sees about 9 days of rain, with a monthly average of 54 mm (2.1 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Loulé in January

In January, Loulé gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to around 9°C (48°F). During January, you'll experience the winter season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet. Experience the year's lowest temperatures this month, but they are still mild and pleasant.

Sunshine in Loulé in January

The city usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Wind Speed in Loulé in January

January has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Loulé. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Loulé Temperature in January

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Water Temperature 15°C (59°F) *  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 54 mm (2.1 in)  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 59% *  

* Data from: Faro, Portugal (16 KM, 10 Miles).

What to Wear in Loulé in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. The water temperature sits at about 15°C (59°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Loulé 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

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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More climate data for Loulé

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