Algarve weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Algarve in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Algarve in January?
Algarve is a region in Portugal. January in Algarve generally has moderate temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 10°C in Albufeira. While January might be the chilliest month, Algarve offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castro Marim with an average of 44 mm to moderate rainfall in Carrapateira with 64 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 156 hours of sunlight expected in Albufeira. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Algarve, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Algarve's yearly weather, check out our Algarve climate page.
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Average weather in Albufeira
In January Albufeira generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Lagos
In January Lagos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Portimão
In January Portimão generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Vilamoura
In January Vilamoura generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Tavira
In January Tavira generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Algarve?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Albufeira, January may not be the ideal time to visit Algarve.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Albufeira. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.
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