Porto da Cruz Weather in January

Porto da Cruz in January sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 18°C (64°F) and overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Porto da Cruz in January

Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 57 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Porto da Cruz in January

In January, expect moderate temperatures in Porto da Cruz, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Porto da Cruz in January

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 161 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Porto da Cruz 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

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

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Porto da Cruz Temperature in January

Min Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Max Temperature 18°C (64°F)  

Water Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 57 mm (2.2 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  

Sunshine 161 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (11 KM, 7 Miles).

What to Wear in Porto da Cruz in January

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in January. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. 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. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Porto da Cruz 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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