Portimão Weather in January
In Portimão, January brings moderate daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Portimão in January
Historically, January sees about 9 days of rain, with a monthly average of 55 mm (2.2 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Portimão in January
Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Portimão in January, with nights dropping to around 9°C (48°F). January is a notable month of the winter season. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. The temperatures this month are cooler, yet they stay comfortably warm and enjoyable.
Sunshine in Portimão in January
The city usually sees around 156 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Portimão.
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Portimão Temperature in January
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
55 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
156 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Portimão 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
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
Historical weather for Portimão in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Portimão spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Portimão historical weather extremes in January
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Portimão between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- On January 28, 2003, temperatures climbed to 22°C (72°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
- On January 27, 2005, Portimão saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 9°C (48°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 0°C (32°F) on January 28, 2005, marking the coldest January night on record.
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What to Wear in Portimão in January
For Portimão 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.What To Do in Portimão in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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