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Luz in January sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). Around 59 mm (2.3 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Luz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Luz typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 10°C (50°F).
50-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Luz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 25 years of weather records for Luz, the following extremes were recorded between 2000 and 2025.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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