Ribeira Grande Weather in January

January in Ribeira Grande sees daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. With around 99 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Ribeira Grande in January

Historically, January sees about 21 days of rain, with a monthly average of 99 mm (3.9 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Ribeira Grande in January

Temperatures in Ribeira Grande in January top out at 17°C (63°F) and drop to 14°C (57°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Ribeira Grande in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 98 hours of sunshine.

Average water temperature in January

The water is 18°C (64°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Ribeira Grande.