January weather forecast
Gibraltar, Gibraltar

A scenic shot of the Gibraltar Rock, in Gibraltar
A scenic shot of the Gibraltar Rock, in Gibraltar

January

Weather in January

January in Gibraltar comes with the lowest daylight hours of 10 hours per day, making the days considerably shorter. The month witnesses a relatively low UV index set at two and the frequent occurrence of rainy days. Rainfall reaches its peak with 152mm (5.98") spread over 10 days, which is the highest precipitation in the year. The temperatures remain mild and conducive to outdoor activities, whereas sea temperatures are still favorable for water sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low of 10°C (50°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 152mm (5.98") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 18:46 CET.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 16°C (60.8°F) and an average low of 10°C (50°F).
What is the temperature in January?
In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 16°C (60.8°F) and 10°C (50°F) respectively.
What is the rainiest month in Gibraltar?
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 152mm (5.98") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Gibraltar, Gibraltar, in January, during 10 rainfall days, 152mm (5.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How cold is the water in January?
In Gibraltar, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.3°C (61.3°F). For most, swimming in 16.3°C (61.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
How many hours of daylight does Gibraltar have in January?
In January, the average day length is 10h and 2min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Gibraltar, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 18:46 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in January?
In Gibraltar, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average high temperature in January: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°C).

Average rainfall in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average rainfall in January: 152mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (152mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.5 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in January
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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