Formentera Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Formentera, Spain in January.

Are you planning a trip a to Formentera, Spain in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Formentera in January

Formentera, Spain is a region in Spain. January in Formentera 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 12°C (54°F) in Es Pujols. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Formentera, Spain where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

For a closer look at conditions across Formentera, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 35 mm (1.4 in) in Es Pujols.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Es Pujols gets approximately 164 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Formentera 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 Formentera

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Formentera, Spain?

Temperature range in Formentera (January)

Precipitation variation in Formentera (January)

Es Pujols

In January Es Pujols generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
164 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Playa Migjorn

In January Playa Migjorn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
164 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

La Savina

In January La Savina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
164 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Es Calo

In January Es Calo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
164 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sant Francesc Xavier

In January Sant Francesc Xavier generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
164 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Formentera, in Spain.

In our records: Spain January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Spain dropped to -12°C (10°F) in Madrid on January 12, 2021.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Spain was -3°C (27°F) in San Sebastián on January 8, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Formentera in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Es Pujols 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Playa Migjorn 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
La Savina 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Es Calo 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Sant Francesc Xavier 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
La Mola 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Formentera weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Formentera, Spain in January?

Formentera, Spain typically experiences tolerable weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Es Pujols average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Formentera, Spain in January?

Es Pujols averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Formentera, Spain get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Formentera, Spain during January, with Es Pujols averaging close to 35 mm (1.4 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Formentera, Spain?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Formentera, Spain with often tolerable weather in Es Pujols.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Es Pujols. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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