Murcia Weather in January

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

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La Manga del Mar Menor Roldán Los Tomases Sucina

Planning a trip to Murcia, Spain this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Murcia in January

Murcia, Spain is a region in Spain. January in Murcia generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Almudema to 18°C (64°F) in Sucina. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Sucina and 2°C (36°F) in Almudema. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Murcia, Spain where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Murcia, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Jumilla with an average of 25 mm (1 in) to moderate rainfall in Cabo de Palos with 39 mm (1.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Murcia in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Murcia

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

Temperature range in Murcia (January)

Precipitation variation in Murcia (January)

La Manga del Mar Menor

In January La Manga del Mar Menor 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 »
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 rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in La Manga del Mar Menor →

Roldán

In January Roldán generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
188 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Roldán →

Los Tomases

In January Los Tomases generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
188 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Los Tomases →

Sucina

In January Sucina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
188 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sucina →

El Romero

In January El Romero generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
188 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in El Romero →

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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 Murcia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Manga del Mar Menor 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Roldán 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Los Tomases 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Sucina 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
El Romero 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Mar de Cristal 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Murcia weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Murcia, Spain typically experiences tolerable weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in La Manga del Mar Menor average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

In La Manga del Mar Menor, the average daytime high in January is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Murcia, Spain. La Manga del Mar Menor averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Murcia, Spain?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in La Manga del Mar Menor, January may not be the ideal time to visit Murcia, Spain.

On average, the best time to visit Murcia, Spain is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in La Manga del Mar Menor. On the other hand, the weather in January, March and December tend to be tolerable.

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