The Azores weather in January
Are you planning a trip to the Azores in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in the Azores in January?
The Azores is a region in Portugal. January in the Azores generally has temperatures that range from moderate to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
During the day the temperature is moderate in Ribeira Grande at 17°C and pleasant in Santa Maria at 21°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Santa Maria and 14°C in Ribeira Grande.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Santa Maria with an average of 70 mm to high rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 109 mm. The city Ponta Delgada usually sees around 98 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
For specific regional insights in the Azores for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the Azores climate page.
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Average weather in Ponta Delgada
In January Ponta Delgada generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Angra do Heroísmo
In January Angra do Heroísmo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Santa Maria Island
In January Santa Maria Island generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Horta
In January Horta generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Lajes
In January Lajes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Azores, in Portugal.
Is January the best time to visit the Azores?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Azores with often unpleasant weather in Ponta Delgada.
Generally speaking, June, July, August, September and November provide perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and March tend to be unpleasant.
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