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Vila Nova de Gaia weather in January (Norte Region, Portugal)

Curious about the climate in Vila Nova de Gaia this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

January in Vila Nova de Gaia generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is part of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 14°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 8°C. January has the coolest temperatures of the year, but still offering mild weather.

Precipitation

Vila Nova de Gaia in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 122 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Vila Nova de Gaia. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Vila Nova de Gaia, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Porto, Portugal (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Portugal in January

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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