Cantabria weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Cantabria this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Cantabria in January?
Cantabria is a region in Spain. January in Cantabria generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Cosgaya at 8°C to moderate in Noja at 13°C. At night it cools down to 8°C in Noja and 1°C in Cosgaya. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Cantabria that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Revelillas with an average of 62 mm to high rainfall in Pechón with 142 mm. The city Santander usually sees around 91 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Cantabria for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Cantabria climate page.
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Average weather in Santander
In January Santander generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Santillana del Mar
In January Santillana del Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Noja
In January Noja generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Isla
In January Isla generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Suances
In January Suances generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Cantabria?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Cantabria due to the typically poor weather in Santander.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Santander. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.
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