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Santiago de Compostela weather in January (Galicia, Spain)

What can you expect from the weather in Santiago de Compostela during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Santiago de Compostela generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 6°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Santiago de Compostela in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 160 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 95 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santiago de Compostela. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santiago de Compostela climate page with graphs.

 

Santiago de Compostela, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 160 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
SunshineSunshine 95 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Spain in January

Find out more about the weather in Spain in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Santiago de Compostela in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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