Bragança district Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Bragança district, Portugal this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Bragança district in January

Bragança district, Portugal is a region in Portugal. January in Bragança district generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Rio de Onor. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bragança district, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Rio de Onor with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to high rainfall in Bragança with 115 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Rio de Onor gets around 111 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Bragança district by month

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Best Places to Visit in Bragança district 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 Bragança district

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

Temperature range in Bragança district (January)

Precipitation variation in Bragança district (January)

Rio de Onor

In January Rio de Onor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
111 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Bragança

In January Bragança generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
111 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 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 Bragança district in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rio de Onor 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Bragança 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Bragança district weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bragança district, Portugal in January?

January in Bragança district, Portugal brings poor weather. In Rio de Onor, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Bragança district, Portugal in January?

Rio de Onor averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Bragança district, Portugal get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Bragança district, Portugal. Average rainfall in Rio de Onor sits around 104 mm (4.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Bragança district, Portugal?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rio de Onor, January may not be the ideal time to visit Bragança district, Portugal.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Rio de Onor. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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