Beiras region Weather in January

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

Planning a journey to the Beiras region, 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 Beiras region in January

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Guarda at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Aveiro at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Aveiro and 3°C (37°F) in Guarda. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in the Beiras region, Portugal that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Trancoso with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Viseu with 138 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Coimbra as an example - it receives around 142 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.

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Best Places to Visit in the Beiras region in January

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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 Beiras region

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

Temperature range in the Beiras region (January)

Precipitation variation in the Beiras region (January)

Coimbra

In January Coimbra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Aveiro

In January Aveiro generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
142 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Seia

In January Seia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
128 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Viseu

In January Viseu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
128 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Gouveia

In January Gouveia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
128 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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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 Beiras region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Coimbra 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Aveiro 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Seia 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Viseu 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Gouveia 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Castelo Branco 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

The Beiras region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Beiras region, Portugal in January?

In January, the Beiras region, Portugal generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Coimbra sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in the Beiras region, Portugal in January?

Coimbra averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

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

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in the Beiras region, Portugal. Average rainfall in Coimbra sits around 117 mm (4.6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Beiras region, Portugal?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Beiras region, Portugal due to the typically unpleasant weather in Coimbra.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Coimbra. The weather in January, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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