Costa Vicentina Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal in January.

Planning a getaway to the Costa Vicentina, Portugal this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Costa Vicentina in January

The Costa Vicentina, Portugal is a region in Portugal. January in the Costa Vicentina generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Vila Nova de Milfontes. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To explore the conditions in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Odeceixe with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Porto Covo with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Vila Nova de Milfontes gets approximately 187 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Costa Vicentina by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Costa Vicentina — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vila Nova de Milfontes)

Best Places to Visit in the Costa Vicentina in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Costa Vicentina.

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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 Costa Vicentina

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

Temperature range in the Costa Vicentina (January)

Precipitation variation in the Costa Vicentina (January)

Vila Nova de Milfontes

In January Vila Nova de Milfontes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Aljezur

In January Aljezur generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
157 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Zambujeira do Mar

In January Zambujeira do Mar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Odeceixe

In January Odeceixe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
187 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Porto Covo

In January Porto Covo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Costa Vicentina, in Portugal.

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 Costa Vicentina in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vila Nova de Milfontes 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Aljezur 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Zambujeira do Mar 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Odeceixe 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Porto Covo 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Rogil 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

The Costa Vicentina weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal in January?

Expect tolerable weather across the Costa Vicentina, Portugal in January. The popular destination of Vila Nova de Milfontes averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal in January?

In Vila Nova de Milfontes, the average daytime high in January is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does the Costa Vicentina, Portugal get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the Costa Vicentina, Portugal. Vila Nova de Milfontes averages only about 65 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Costa Vicentina, Portugal?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Costa Vicentina, Portugal due to the typically tolerable weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Vila Nova de Milfontes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be tolerable.

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