January weather forecast
Alvor, Portugal

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Weather in January

January in Alvor, Portugal greets with a predominantly moderate climate. Rainfall is minimal, with only two days on average of light showers, offering mostly dry conditions throughout the month. In terms of wind speed, January sees an average wind speed of 18.1km/h (11.2mph) and momentary gusts reaching up to 27.5km/h (17.1mph), contributing to a fresh ambiance. The sea, however, remains relatively cold for swimming. With the sun shining for approximately six hours daily, winters here do not seem that gloomy.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) and a low temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F), is Alvor's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Alvor is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alvor, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alvor, Portugal, there are 25.8 rainfall days, and 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Alvor, Portugal, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.4°C (61.5°F).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 16.4°C (61.5°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of January, in Alvor, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:57 WET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Alvor is January, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during January translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Alvor?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Alvor, Portugal, reaching 15.2°C (59.4°F) at the peak and 11.5°C (52.7°F) at the low.

What is the average January temperature in Alvor?

The high-temperature in Alvor, Portugal, during January is 15.2°C (59.4°F) and the low-temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Alvor?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alvor?

In Alvor, Portugal, in January, during 2.5 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in January in Alvor?

In January, the average sea temperature is 16.4°C (61.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Alvor?

In Alvor, Portugal, the average day length in January is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Alvor?

On the first day of January in Alvor, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:57 WET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alvor?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Alvor?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alvor?

The months with the lowest UV index in Alvor, Portugal, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Alvor?

In Alvor, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average temperature in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (11.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average pressure in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average pressure in January: 1022.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average wind speed in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in January: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average humidity in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average rainfall in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in January: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average rainfall days in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (4.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average sea temperature in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average sunshine days in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 26.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (23.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average UV index in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average cloud cover in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Alvor, Portugal

Average visibility in January - Alvor, Portugal
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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