January weather forecast
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Weather in January

January in Ponta Delgada, Portugal sees fluctuating temperatures with highs of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and lows possibly dropping to 15.5°C (59.9°F). The cool temperature can be considered as a respite from the scorching heat usually experienced in the summer months. January, as one of the winter months, is characterized by cold breezes and high humidity levels. The month is typically wet and overcast with rainfall expected over half the month and cloud covering the majority of the sky. Despite the gray skies, it provides an opportunity for unique indoor activities ensuring tourists are catered for.

Temperature

January's average high-temperature in Ponta Delgada stands at a still refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F), showing little deviation from December's 17.6°C (63.7°F). Ponta Delgada's January nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still refreshing 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ponta Delgada, during January, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. In Ponta Delgada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 525mm (20.67") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Ponta Delgada, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 16.8°C (62.2°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ponta Delgada is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 18:04 -01.

Sunshine

In Ponta Delgada, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Ponta Delgada?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 16.8°C (62.2°F) and 15.5°C (59.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, in January, during 14.5 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, the average seawater temperature in January is 16.8°C (62.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°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 Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ponta Delgada?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 18:04 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Ponta Delgada have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ponta Delgada is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ponta Delgada?

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average temperature in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (14.7°C).

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Average pressure in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average pressure in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average pressure in January: 1023.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average wind speed in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in January: 27.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average humidity in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in January: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall days in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (9.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sea temperature in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in January: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.7°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ponta Delgada, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sunshine days in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average UV index in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average UV index in January: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average cloud cover in January - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in January
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average visibility in January - Ponta Delgada, 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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