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Póvoa de Varzim weather in January (Norte Region, Portugal)

How is January weather typically in Póvoa de Varzim? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Póvoa de Varzim usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 14°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 8°C. January has the coolest temperatures of the year, but still offering mild weather.

Precipitation

Póvoa de Varzim in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 159 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With about 122 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Póvoa de Varzim. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Póvoa de Varzim climate page with graphs.

 

Póvoa de Varzim, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 159 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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