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Douro Valley Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Douro Valley, Portugal in January.

Planning a journey to the Douro Valley, 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 Douro Valley in January

The Douro Valley, Portugal is a region in Portugal. January in the Douro Valley generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Pinhão at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Porto at 14°C (57°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Porto and 3°C (37°F) in Pinhão. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in the Douro Valley, Portugal with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pinhão with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Vila Nova de Gaia with 148 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Porto, you can expect around 122 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore the Douro Valley by month

Best Places to Visit in the Douro Valley in January

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

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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 Douro Valley

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

Temperature range in the Douro Valley (January)

Precipitation variation in the Douro Valley (January)

Porto

In January Porto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
122 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Vila Nova de Gaia

In January Vila Nova de Gaia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
122 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Lamego

In January Lamego 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)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
122 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Peso da Régua

In January Peso da Régua 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)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Pinhão

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

December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Douro Valley, 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 Douro Valley in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Porto 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Vila Nova de Gaia 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Lamego 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Peso da Régua 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Pinhão 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

The Douro Valley weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Douro Valley, Portugal in January?

In January, the Douro Valley, Portugal generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Porto sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Douro Valley, Portugal in January?

Porto averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does the Douro Valley, Portugal get a lot of rain in January?

the Douro Valley, Portugal sees substantial rainfall in January. Porto typically averages about 142 mm (5.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Douro Valley, Portugal?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Douro Valley, Portugal due to the typically unpleasant weather in Porto.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Porto. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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