Temperature in Galicia in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Galicia, Spain this January.

Galicia, Spain, a region in Spain, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 8°C (46°F) in Xares to 14°C (57°F) in Ribeira. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Ribeira and 0°C (32°F) in Xares. January is part of the winter season On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Galicia, Spain in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Galicia, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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See also: Galicia weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Galicia in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Galicia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Galicia, Spain in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Santiago de Compostela. That makes January a moderate month for Galicia, Spain.

How cold does it get at night in Galicia, Spain in January?

Average overnight lows in Galicia, Spain during January sit near 6°C (43°F) in Santiago de Compostela.

What is the warmest city in January in Galicia, Spain?

Ribeira tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 9°C (48°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Galicia, Spain?

When looking through our records, we find that Xares stands out as the coolest city in Galicia, Spain for the month of January. Daytime highs average 8°C (46°F) and it cools down to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

How much sun does Galicia, Spain get in January?

Across Galicia, Spain, sunshine in January ranges from overcast in Ferrol (80 hours) to moderately sunny in Vigo (133 hours).

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