Alentejo

Alentejo Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Alentejo, Portugal in January.

Planning a journey to the Alentejo, Portugal this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Alentejo in January

The Alentejo, Portugal is a region in Portugal. January in the Alentejo generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Penhas Douradas at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Prazeres at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Prazeres and 3°C (37°F) in Penhas Douradas. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in the Alentejo, Portugal with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

For a closer look at conditions across the Alentejo, Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mértola with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to high rainfall in Penhas Douradas with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Vila Nova de Milfontes as an example - it receives around 187 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore the Alentejo by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Alentejo — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vila Nova de Milfontes)

Best Places to Visit in the Alentejo in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Alentejo.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Alentejo

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Alentejo, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Alentejo (January)

Precipitation variation in the Alentejo (January)

Vila Nova de Milfontes

In January Vila Nova de Milfontes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Évora

In January Évora generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
165 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Zambujeira do Mar

In January Zambujeira do Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Odeceixe

In January Odeceixe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Marvão

In January Marvão generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Alentejo, in Portugal.

In our records: Portugal January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Portugal in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Portugal was -3°C (27°F) in Castelo Mendo on January 10, 2010.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Alentejo in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vila Nova de Milfontes 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Évora 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Zambujeira do Mar 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Odeceixe 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Marvão 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Elvas 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 52 mm (2 in)

The Alentejo weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Alentejo, Portugal in January?

In January, the Alentejo, Portugal generally has tolerable weather conditions. Vila Nova de Milfontes sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in the Alentejo, Portugal in January?

In Vila Nova de Milfontes, the average daytime high in January is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does the Alentejo, Portugal get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Alentejo, Portugal during January, with Vila Nova de Milfontes averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Alentejo, Portugal?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Alentejo, Portugal due to the typically tolerable weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be tolerable.

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